I have a valid B1/B2 Visa for US, but is its validity affected by a change of residence?

1. Can I renew my US B1 B2 visa before it expires?
2. What happens to my US visa if I change my passport?
3. How do I know if my B1 B2 visa is still valid?
4. Can I change my B1 B2 visa to work visa?
5. Will my B1 B2 visa be Cancelled when I apply for an f1?
6. How many times can you enter the US on a B1 B2 visa?
7. Can US visa be transferred to new passport?
8. How do I transfer my US visa from old to new passport?
9. Can I travel back to us with expired passport?
10. What happens if I stay more than 6 months in USA?
11. How can I extend my stay for another 6 months on a B1 B2 visa?
12. Can B1 B2 visa be converted to green card?

Can I renew my US B1 B2 visa before it expires?

You do not have to wait until your current visa expires. You can apply for a new visa even if your current visa is valid.

What happens to my US visa if I change my passport?

Do I need to apply for a new visa with my new passport? No. If your visa is still valid you can travel to the United States with your two passports, as long as the visa is valid, not damaged, and is the appropriate type of visa required for your principal purpose of travel.

How do I know if my B1 B2 visa is still valid?

To check on the status of your U.S. Visa application:

1. United States: Contact the National Visa Center (NVC) at 1-603-334-0700 for immigrant visas. For nonimmigrant visas, call 1-603-334-0888. ...
2. Abroad: Contact the U.S. Embassy or consulate where you filed your application.

Can I change my B1 B2 visa to work visa?

Since you are not authorized to work in the U.S. while on B-1 or B-2 status, you must change your status to one that allows you to work in the United States. Once you file a change of status application, you are deemed to be maintaining lawful status while it is pending, even if your B-1/2 status expires after that.

Will my B1 B2 visa be Cancelled when I apply for an f1?

Your B-1/B-2 visa will not be cancelled if you decide not to continue with your F-1 studies in the U.S. and you promptly depart the U.S.

How many times can you enter the US on a B1 B2 visa?

The B visa is a multiple entry visa, which means you can use it to enter the United States more than once. There is no limit on the number of times you can enter the U.S. on your B visa, as long as you keep the information we discuss below in mind.

Can US visa be transferred to new passport?

U.S. visas cannot be transferred from one passport to another. You can travel to the United States with both passports, or you can apply for a new visa. As long as the four names match from the old passport to the new passport, and are in the same order, you may travel with both passports.

How do I transfer my US visa from old to new passport?

It is not possible to transfer a US visa from one passport to another without making a new visa application. When you have a still-valid visa in an expired passport, you can travel with both documents without transferring the visa.

Can I travel back to us with expired passport?

Answer: According to the U.S. Department of State, all American citizens must possess a valid passport in order to exit and re-enter the United States. Trying to return to the U.S. with an expired passport may result in being denied entrance.

What happens if I stay more than 6 months in USA?

But if you overstayed for several months or close to 180 days, it is likely the officer will think you plan to overstay again, and will not let you in. Overstaying your permitted time on a U.S. visa can jeopardize your ability to come to the U.S. in the future.

How can I extend my stay for another 6 months on a B1 B2 visa?

Period of stay is the same as in case of B-1 visa – 6 months is the maximum. If you wish to extend your stay (for up to 6 months), without departing from the United States, you are required to submit a Form I-539, Application to Extend/Change Non-immigrant Status along with the relevant supporting documents.

Can B1 B2 visa be converted to green card?

You can change your B-1 or B-2 visa to a green card. Both of these visas are usually valid for 6 months, and you may be able to extend that time by an additional 6 months. During that time, you may be eligible to apply for an EB-1 green card if you fall into one of these categories: Extraordinary ability.