How can I extend my I-20 form?
How can I extend my I-20 form?
How can I extend my I-20 form?
The Extend Program page allows users to view and enter required information on a student’s program extension.
- Enter the New Program End Date.
- Enter the reason for the Medical or Academic Circumstances that Necessitate the Extension.
- Click Extend Program to submit the new information.
When should I apply for I-20 extension?
We strongly recommend that you submit the extension request at least 1-2 months prior to the expiration of your current I-20 form.
What do you do if your I-20 program end date is coming up but you need more time to study?
Your program end date on page 1 of your I-20/DS-2019 is an estimated date by which you will complete your major and degree level. If you need extra time to complete your program of study, you must request an extension of your I-20 or DS-2019 at least 1 month before the document expires.
What if my I-20 expired?
Is Your I-20 Expiring? If your I-20 is expiring but you need more time to graduate: You must apply for an extension of your I-20 before it expires. We cannot extend your I-20 if we receive your application even one day after it expires.
How long can I extend I-20?
one year
You must request I-20 extension if you need to continue your studies past your program end date. Extension requests can be made for minimum of one semester and maximum of one year at a time. If you need an additional two years to complete your coursework, you will need to extend two times (one year at a time).
How do I extend my stay in US due to coronavirus?
Most nonimmigrants can mitigate the immigration consequences of COVID-19 by timely filing an application for extension of stay (EOS) or change in status (COS). U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services continues to accept and process applications and petitions, and many of our forms are available for online filing.
How long can I stay after I-20 expires?
If a student completes the program of study prior to the completion date, the I-20 will automatically expire on the date the student completes. A student has an automatic grace period of 60 days upon the completion of studies.
What do you need for I-20?
These documents can include:
- Undergraduate degrees and reports.
- TOEFL (or similar) certificates plus GRE or GMAT results.
- Your acceptance letter.
- Scholarship or loan letters.
- Bank statements.
- Statement of intent to return (or at least leave)
- Documents from your parents or anyone else supporting your studies.
What if I-94 expires?
Once you reach the I-94 expiration date, your status ends, even if the other documents remain valid. There is no grace period beyond your I-94 expiration date while in H-1B status. Once your status ends or your employment ends, you need to make arrangements to depart the United States as soon as possible.
How much is the fee for extension of stay?
Depending on your nonimmigrant status, your employer may need to petition for you by filing a Form I-129, Petition for Nonimmigrant Worker to extend your stay before your Form I-94 Expires. The filing fee for Form I-129 is $460.