VISA2US Blog

Processing times are fairly quick for employer petitions looking to hire H1-B workers in the U.S., however much longer wait times apply for non-immigrants in certain categories who are looking to extend their non-immigrant stay in the U.S., especially for F and M university students.

The USCIS has changed one of their non-immigrant filing procedures to help international students remain in the U.S. while they “bridge the gap” from their existing status to a student one.

Changing to another non-immigrant status involves having an I-129 petition approved by the USCIS, and also making sure that dependents already in the U.S. have their non-immigrant status changed through filing an I-539 on their behalf.

Applying for an extension of stay in the U.S. due to Covid-related lockdowns and border closings should be supplemented with the necessary documentation.

Being able to extend your stay in the United States, or file for TPS, will stop certain visa holders from accruing immigration-related violations and also keep families together.

Extending your stay (EOS) in the U.S. applies to non-immigrant visa holders who need to file their I-539 as their visas are about to expire. This process can be extremely helpful for applicants that want to change jobs in the U.S. or ensure a smoother adjustment of status in the future.

Being out-of-status presents some challenges and obstacles for marriage green card applicants. Knowing if one was ever out-of-status, and what to do about it, is important for ensuring a smooth adjustment of status process.