when to file for extension of B2

[azoupime 1]

Hello,

My sister came from Haiti after the earthquake on B2 visa, she has two kids both usc. I was wondering as soon she can apply to extend her visa (she has to live by July, but nothing is ready back home for her abd the kids )?

Thank you all for your help.

[JimVaPhuong 4,863]

Hello,

My sister came from Haiti after the earthquake on B2 visa, she has two kids both usc. I was wondering as soon she can apply to extend her visa (she has to live by July, but nothing is ready back home for her abd the kids )?

Thank you all for your help.

USCIS recommends you file at least 45 days before the I-94 expires. When you file the I-539 you will have to explain why you are asking for an extension of stay. If you're filing well in advance of the expiration of her I-94, then you should be prepared to explain that you are certain the reason for requesting the extension will still be valid when her I-94 would otherwise expire. In other words, you're saying "nothing is ready back home for her and the kids". Make sure you explain why you are absolutely certain that will still be the case in July. Be sure to provide evidence that she'll continue to be financially supported while she's here.

[azoupime 1]

USCIS recommends you file at least 45 days before the I-94 expires. When you file the I-539 you will have to explain why you are asking for an extension of stay. If you're filing well in advance of the expiration of her I-94, then you should be prepared to explain that you are certain the reason for requesting the extension will still be valid when her I-94 would otherwise expire. In other words, you're saying "nothing is ready back home for her and the kids". Make sure you explain why you are absolutely certain that will still be the case in July. Be sure to provide evidence that she'll continue to be financially supported while she's here.

Thank you,

For evidence to show financial support I am ready to send tax return and bank statement showing that we will support her.