How can I extend my visa?

If you are a student in Virginia who needs to extend your visa, you can apply for an extension of your stay. You must complete Form I-539 and submit it to the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). When completing Form I-539, you must include the following information: Proof that you are a student in an approved educational program, such as a copy of your student visa; evidence of financial support, such as your bank statements; a support statement from your parents or another person responsible for you, such as a guardian; a copy of your passport; and a copy of any previously granted immigration documents. When applying for an extension of stay, you must also pay the filing, biometrics, and adjudication fees. Make sure to submit your application before your visa expires, or you may be subject to an automatic termination of your immigration status. After submitting your application, you can expect to receive an acknowledgement letter from USCIS. You may also receive a biometrics appointment request. At the appointment, USCIS will collect your fingerprints, facial photo, and signature. Then, you will receive a decision on your case, which will inform you if your visa has been extended. It is important to note that if your visa has expired, you may be subject to certain immigration penalties. If you are in this situation, it is important to seek legal advice as soon as possible.

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Para extender su visa, debe presentar una solicitud de extensión al Servicio de Ciudadanía e Inmigración de los Estados Unidos (USCIS) antes de que expire su visa. Si su visa se encuentra vigente, puede presentar la solicitud dentro de los Estados Unidos. Si su visa ha expirado pero aún se encuentra dentro de los Estados Unidos, también puede presentar la solicitud para la extensión. En el estado de Virginia, los estudiantes pueden presentar una solicitud para una extensión del permiso de estudio si tienen suficiente documentación para demostrar que su estancia es temporal. El USCIS debe haber recibido su solicitud antes de que expire el permiso de estudio. La solicitud de extensión debe incluir documentos y pruebas que demuestren que el estudiante se está preparando para regresar a su país de origen. Si su solicitud de extensión para el permiso de estudio es aprobada, recibirá una extensión temporal válida por un año adicional. Durante este período, el estudiante puede permanecer en el país mientras continúa con el estudio. Es importante que el estudiante cumpla con todos los requisitos de su extensión para poder aprovechar el período de un año.

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