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I filed a change of status/extension of status petition. Can I stay in the U.S. while the petition is pending? What is unlawful presence?

If you are in the U.S. on a non-immigrant visa and you filed a change of status (“COS”) or an extension of status (“EOS”) petition, you may be wondering if you can stay in the U.S. while the petition is…

Jenny ZhanMay 26, 2020

Covid 19

My status is running out and I cannot leave because of Corona Virus. Can I file a Change of Status application in the U.S.? What are the Implications of filing this application?

When you enter the U.S. on a visa, your I-94 date governs the amount of time that you are permitted to stay in the U.S. Normally, when status is about to expire, there is an option to either extend status,…

Jenny ZhanApril 15, 2020

Covid 19

Coronavirus Update: No Special COVID Relief for Nonimmigrants Seeking Change or Extension of Stay

At the moment, USCIS is not offering flexibility to nonimmigrant who are unable to depart the U.S. because of the COVID outbreak. Foreign nationals who are soon out of status may seek a change or extension of status to stay…

Jenny ZhanApril 14, 2020

Immigration News

eProcessing Now Available for Extension of Status

USCIS have announced today that it has began to accelerate USCIS’ transition into a digital business model. Starting today, Form I-539, Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status can now be filed online. Form I-539 is primarily used for dependents of nonimmigrant…

Jenny ZhanMay 22, 2019

Immigration

Can I Travel if I file for an Extension of Status?

Can I travel while my extension of status is pending? Yes, if you have an extension application pending, it is possible to travel without abandoning the application. This is different from a change of status, where leaving the U.S. will…

IanScottApril 17, 2017