What is the extension of stay for O3 Visa?
The dependents of O1 or O2 visa holders are allowed to stay till the time the principal applicant accomplishes the task. The dependent has to file a petition on the Form I-539 for an extension. The extension is given in yearly increments. Since the O1 and O2 visa is employer specific, and O3 visa holders are the dependents, i.e. the spouse and unmarried minor children of the O1 visa holders. Q: I will graduate with my PhD degree next year spring. I know there may be no H-1B number available at that time. Is it possible for me to change to O1 status if I meet the qualification requirements? A: Yes, with your PhD degree, you may qualify to apply for O1 status, when there is no H-1B number available and an U.S. employer wants to hire you. The O1 status is distinguished from other employment related status in that it applies to more types of work than other areas. But the requirements of O1 are much higher than that of H-1B.Also, O1 status could be obtained by those in H-1B status who have
