Customs and Border Protection Border Patrol Agent (CBP BPA) Practice Exam

In the process of handling a returning J applicant, if a previously issued I-94 is not available, issuing a new I-94 is the appropriate action to take. The I-94 is a critical document that tracks the arrival and departure of non-immigrant visitors to the United States. If the applicant does not have the required I-94 on hand, it is necessary to issue a new one to ensure proper documentation of their current immigration status and to facilitate their entry into the U.S.

Issuing a new I-94 allows the applicant to have an up-to-date record in the system, ensuring that all data regarding their immigration status reflects their current situation. This is vital for maintaining accurate records with U.S. Customs and Border Protection and to comply with immigration regulations.

The other choices pertaining to using the last valid visa, recording passport details, or referring to the inspection team do not provide adequate resolution for the immediate need to document the applicant's status upon their return. These steps might be part of the broader inspection process, but they do not replace the necessity of formally issuing a new I-94 when it is confirmed that a previous one is not available.