Number of extensions permitted for a "B-1" Visitor Visa holders ?
Asked on Jul 02nd, 2018 on Immigration - Pennsylvania
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I have a friend who came into the USA from Brazil to assist her daughter with her new baby. Is there a limit to the number of 6 month extensions she can apply for ? I read this on Nolo.com: "B-1 visitors for business or pleasure. No more than a year at first, usually six months. You can apply for extensions of stay in six-month increments if your reasons are consistent with the terms and conditions of your original status." She has been here for 6 months now.
Your friend may apply for an extension of the stay to help her daughter with her new baby, but U.S.C.I.S. must be convinced that there is a finite end to her stay. It may give her an extension for another six months, but unless there are extraordinary circumstances, would likely deny a further request. Due to the limitations of the Lawyers.com Forums, Alan Lee, Esq.'s (the "Firm") participation in responding to questions posted herein does not constitute legal advice, nor legal representation of the person or entity posting a question. No Attorney/Client relationship is or shall be construed to be created hereby. The information provided herein by the Firm is general, and requires that the poster obtain specific legal advice from an attorney. The poster shall not rely upon the information provided herein as legal advice nor as the basis for making any decisions of legal consequence.
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