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Frequently Asked Questions Home  >  Immigration Law FAQ  >  Other Visas  >  Extension of Stay Your Immigration Questions Answered by VisaPro. Here, you will find detailed answers to many of most common immigration questions. 1. What is Extension of Stay?       Providing permission to foreign nationals holding a nonimmigrant visa in the U.S. to extend their stay in the U.S. is called Extension of Stay. 2. Why do I need to extend my nonimmigrant status?       As a nonimmigrant you temporarily enter into the U.S. for a specific purpose such as business, study, or pleasure. When you enter the country as a nonimmigrant, a U.S. immigration inspector examines your passport and visa and gives you the Form I-94 (Arrival-Departure Document). This document tells you (in the lower right-hand corner) when you must leave the U.S. In order to extend your stay in the U.S., you must ask for permission from the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) before your authorized stay expires. 3. Who is eligible for Extension of Stay?       You may be eligible to extend your stay in the U.S. if:       •      You have lawfully entered into the U.S. with a nonimmigrant visa •      Your nonimmigrant visa status remains valid •      You have not committed any crime that would make you ineligible for an extension       Note: You must submit your Extension of Stay application BEFORE your current authorized stay expires. You must also keep your passport valid for your entire stay in the U.S. 4. Who is not eligible for Extension of Stay?       You may not apply to extend your stay if you have entered into the U.S. under the following visa categories:       VWPP - Visa Waiver Pilot Program D - As a crewman C - As an alien in transit or in transit without a visa K - As a fiancé or spouse of a U.S. citizen or dependent of a fiancé or spouse S - As an informant (and accompanying family) on terrorism or organized crime Previous | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | Next   Need More HELP! Get Personalized Legal Advice from a VisaPro Attorney Browse Tips and Procedures about Specific Visas Discover More about VisaPro Legal Services More About Extension of Stay Benefits of Extension of Stay Requirements for Extension of Stay Applying for Extension of Stay Duration of Stay How can we help you? MESSAGE BOARDS How do I fill Form I-129? When do I start Green Card? Discuss US Immigration NEWSLETTER - FREE! Receive latest immigration updates and free legal tips by e-mail. Sign up now! IMMIGRATION DICTIONARY Legal terms explained in plain English! On this topic Extension of Stay RELATED FORMS I-539 RELATED VISAS B-1 B-2 E-1 E-2 H-1B H-4 I J-1   J-1 Waiver J-2 L-1 L-2 M-1 TN TD RELATED ARTICLES Staffing or Third-Party Placement Consulting Companies May No Longer Qualify for H-1B Visas Grab Your Opportunity to File an H1B Visa With VisaPro's H-1B Timeline H-1B Visa - 12 Common Myths and Realities The Child Status Protection Act: How Does it Help an Aged-Out Child to Get a Green Card? Did You Know that You May Lose Your Green Card if You Do Not Maintain Your Status? Learn How to Maintain Your Status to Protect Your Green Card! Fiancée Visa Processing in East Asian Countries U.S. Travel Tips - 7 Tips for Travelers to the U.S. for a Safe Journey Optional Practical Training (OPT) for 29 Months: Are You Eligible? MAVNI Program: Direct US Citizenship without Permanent Resident Status Did You Know About the J-1 Umbrella Sponsor and its Advantages in Obtaining a J-1 Visa? More Articles... OUR SERVICES   Our Extension of Stay application service includes: Complete review of all your personal circumstances. Identification of important legal issues that may affect your Extension of Stay application. Accurate preparation of your Extension of Stay application. Submission of your Extension of Stay application to the proper government agencies. Online access to your case status. Unlimited personal communication with your own VisaPro immigration attorney. Low Flat Fee: $295 Start Now     1. Online Consultation Get a detailed, written opinion online in less than 3 business days from a licensed immigration attorney. Only $79! Consult Now 2. Telephone Consultation Get a one half-hour telephone consultation with a licensed immigration attorney. Only $75! Consult Now SEARCH VISAPRO CHECK VISA STATUS - Free FILLABLE USCIS FORMS Free Download IMMIGRATION NEWS March 20, 2010 PROCESSING TIMES ALERTS & NEWSLETTERS Receive latest immigration updates and free legal tips by e-mail. View Latest Newsletter. MESSAGE BOARDS RSS IMMIGRATION LAW FAQ 'HOW DO I?' ARTICLES IMMIGRATION DICTIONARY VISA PROCESS VIDEO LIBRARY

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