Hello,

I have stayed in the states for about 8 years and came back to my country after turning 18 (in 180 days) so I fall under "Unlawful Presence".

I applied for a tourist visa in my country in the application there was a question

1. Have you ever traveled U.S before ? "YES"
2. How long ? "2 Months"

I should have written 8 years and I wrote 2 months (because I was nervous of the ban). Now I want to apply for Student Visa but I want to show proof that I have stayed there for 8 years(not lying) I also have an American accent.

My question is:

The application I filled has a strong mistake How long do they keep that application in there Database?

Will I still be eligible for a Student Visa?


Thanks!