How Do You Extend A Visa In The USA?
Extending your student visa is not difficult, as long as you do it in time and there is a substantial reason for doing so. The extension can be granted or not granted based on the reason for extension and an intention of returning to the country where you are a citizen. The time period for which the person on a visa is allowed to stay is according to the expiration date of I-94. You should apply for renewal of visa 4-6 weeks prior to this expiration date. If you are the wage earner for your family and they are in your home country while you are in the United States you will have to show good reason for the duration of your stay and separation from your family. Maximum of time you are allowed to ask for is 6 months. Maximum on B1/B2 is 1 year. Send in the Form I-539 (Extension of stay/change of status) along with: Fee for filing extension A copy of original I-94 Copy of all passport pages (even blank ones) Proof of financial support A copy or return plane tickets A letter stating reason
