Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)for its abbreviation in English) in detail A The rule includes a grace period for non-immigrant workers Who need to extend their legal status in the United States. Under what kind of circumstances does this rule apply?
Immigrants on work visas in the United States They have a period 60 days after your immigration permit expires Alleging specific circumstances or qualifying situations that resulted in a delay Request to modify or extend status. However, if no action is taken, USCIS warns that he would be subject to deportation from that country.
The federal agency noted that the owners Nonimmigrant work visas Those who submit an application to change or modify status, as well as apply for a work permit before “Urgent circumstances” During the 60-day grace period, they will be able to remain in the United States legally after expiration.
“If the worker does not take action within the grace period, they will have to leave the United States. Within 60 days or upon expiration of the authorized validity limit, whichever is shorter,” USCIS said.
Meanwhile, the government agency is considering Unforeseen or exceptional circumstances justify a delay To offer to extend your immigration status or not leave that country. In these cases, the category awarded will be maintained. Moreover, the applicant may also Continue your job search in the United States
The government agency indicated In what situations will you take action in cases of unforeseen circumstances affecting orders? From certain categories. These are:
Turn Uscis He indicated that you should contact the call center (at 800-375-5283) to report the situation. Meanwhile, since last June, a self-service tool has been introduced that allows even biometric service appointments to be rescheduled 12 hours ago To the scheduled meeting.
The federal agency also takes into account Financial difficulties faced by F-1 students applying for work authorization. Among the unexpected situations:
In these cases, Students can apply for a work permit To work off campus through Form I-765 before USCIS and a copy of Form I-20Certificate of eligibility for non-immigrant student status.
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