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How can I stay longer as a tourist than the permitted 30 days after my J or M visa status expires?

April 26, 2017days longer permitted Status stay tourist Visa

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How can I stay longer as a tourist than the permitted 30 days after my J or M visa status expires?

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You can apply for a change of status as tourist by filing I-539 form with USCIS around 2 months prior to the official end of program. Or, you could leave the U.S. before your authorized duration ends and re-enter on your tourist visa.