Applicants need to adhere to the following rules and regulations regarding B-1/B-2 status extensions:

• Admission to the United States in Business (B-1) or Visitor for Pleasure (B-2) status is limited to 180 days.
• Extension of stay is limited to "unexpected events" and "compelling humanitarian reasons."
• If an individual entered the US under ESTA visa waiver program, the individual is not eligible for an extension of stay.
• In addition to the Application to Change/Extend Status (Form I-539) and the associated fee, an individual who currently holds Business (B-1) or Visitor for Pleasure (B-2) status is required to submit:
• A copy of the alien's passport and visa (if applicable)
• Proof of financial support in the form of letters/affidavits of support, bank statements, etc.
• A photocopy of the alien's Form I-94
• Any other supporting documentation establishing the alien's eligibility for continued B-1 or B-2 status
• The application should be submitted at: https://www.uscis.gov/i539online

The decision to grant or deny a request for extension of stay is made solely by the USCIS. If the application for an extension is approved, the alien will be issued a replacement I-94 Arrival/Departure Record with a new departure date. If the application is denied and the alien's prior period of stay has already expired, the alien will be given a request for his/her voluntary departure.

* Please be informed that ISSS does not handle the application for extension of B1 or B2 status. If you need help, you can seek assistance from an immigration attorney:

https://isss.temple.edu/helpful-information/working-immigration-attorney