What evidence do I need to submit with I-539?
Before filing Form I-539, please organize the following documents for each dependent included in the application: Copy of passport identity page (photo ID page); Copy of latest I-94 card – copied front and back; Copy of latest nonimmigrant “visa” from passport (if any);
Can I-539 be denied?
If your I-539 application is denied, depending on the specific situation, you can choose to reapply, or file a motion to reopen or reconsider, or depart the U.S. If you leave the U.S. promptly, usually this denial will not affect your reentry to the U.S. later if you have valid visa.
How long can I stay if my I-539 is pending?
for 240 days
What If My Form I-539 is Pending and My I-94 Expired? If you have filed for an extension before your I-94 expired date and your application is still under review, you may stay in the U.S. for 240 days. You need to have followed and continue following the terms of your status.
How long does it take to get I-539 approved?
I-539 petitions sent to the California Service Center take 1 – 5 months to process, while petitions sent to the Nebraska Service Center take 6 – 8 months. Petitions handled by the National Benefits Center have the best processing times with a turnaround time of as little as one week.
What happens if I-539 is approved?
Until the Form I-539 is approved, the person is not officially in student status and cannot start classes. This also applies for people transitioning from F-2 status to F-1 status. The process generally takes 3–6 months, which can be considerably longer than traveling outside the United States and getting a new visa.
How long does I-539 take to process after Biometrics?
As per USCIS guidance, typically they would take about 17 days on average to complete the I-539 biometric process from the day they receive the I-539 application(assuming no re-schedules) form.
When do I need to use Form I-539?
When Should I Use Form I-539? You must submit an application for extension of stay or change of status before your current authorized stay expires. Even if you are approved for another status in the future, you will be required to file a Form I-539 to “bridge” any gap that
Is the H4 application included in the i539 form?
The answer to Part 4, Q 3 should be NO if your own i140 has not been filed yet. H4 application is for you and not your spouse. You are dependent and H1B spouse is not included on i539 application. Hi @anil_am22, My spouse is filing H4, H4 EAD extension.
Is there a fee to file Form i539a?
Form i539A – Page 4 can be left blank if there is no additional information to share. Use this calculator to find the total fee for filing i539 form with biometric. The app gives an estimate of USCIS as well as the fee charged by attorneys. The attorney fee is not mandatory and varies greatly with the immigration law firm.
Can You Send USCIS a receipt for i539?
Yes, USCIS will send the paper receipt notice for your i539 filed online by USPS mail. You will also receive the paper approval notice (i797) with a new i94 by USPS mail. Is i539 online processing time faster than paper i539?