How do I renew my visa?

To renew your visa, you will need to complete Form I-539, Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status. You must submit this form along with the appropriate fee, biometric services fee, copies of any required documents, and two recent passport-style photographs. The required documents for visa renewal depend on the type of your visa. However, some common documents needed for visa renewal include your valid passport, travel ticket, evidence of financial support, and evidence of ties to your home country. Additionally, if you are a student, you also need to submit evidence of enrollment in school and proof of your academic performance. In some cases, a health examination report or an evidence of relationship with your parents may also be required. You must also make sure to file your Form I-539 at least 45 days before your visa expiry. Once your form is properly filed, you will receive a receipt notice with a case number. You can check your case status online with the USCIS website. Your application will be processed, and you will receive your visa on the indicated date. Be sure to have all the documents ready before filing your visa renewal. Make sure to submit accurate information and to respond quickly to any requests from the USCIS. Additionally, you should consult with an immigration lawyer to ensure that your application is completed properly and that you understand all the requirements for the renewal.

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Renovar una visa puede parecer un proceso intimidante, pero hay una serie de pasos que puedes seguir para hacerlo. Primero, necesitas verificar en qué estado se encuentra tu visa. Si tu visa aún está vigente, entonces no te preocupes: no necesitas renovarla. Sin embargo, si tu visa ya está vencida, entonces tendrás que presentar una petición para renovarla. Esto significa que necesitarás completar el formulario de solicitud de renovación de visa de inmigrante y comprobar que cumples con los requisitos de elegibilidad. Esto incluirá proporcionar antecedentes, documentos de identidad y dos fotografías recientes. Cuando hayas presentado tu solicitud, puede que la USCIS (Oficina de Ciudadanía e Inmigración de Estados Unidos) te dé una entrevista para determinar si eres elegible para la renovación de la visa. Finalmente, la USCIS te notificará sobre la decisión de tu solicitud de renovación de visa. Si la USCIS aprueba la solicitud, te emitirán una visa de inmigrante con una fecha de vencimiento actualizada.

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