Instructions For Form I-539 - Application To Extend/change Nonimmigrant Status (Page 15 of 16) in pdf

Processing Information

USCIS will reject any Form I-539 that is not signed or accompanied by the correct fee. You may correct the

deficiency and resubmit Form I-539. An application is not considered properly filed until accepted by USCIS.

Initial Processing

Once the application has been accepted, USCIS will check it for completeness. If you do not completely fill out the form,

you will not establish a basis for eligibility, and we may deny your application.

Requests for More Information or Interview

We may request more information or evidence from you or we may request that you appear at a USCIS office for an

interview. We may also request that you submit the originals of any copies you submit. We will return these originals

when they are no longer required.

Decision

The decision on Form I-539 involves a determination of whether you have established eligibility for the requested benefit.

USCIS will notify you of the decision in writing.

USCIS Forms and Information

To ensure you are using the latest version of this form, visit the USCIS website at

where you can obtain

the latest USCIS forms and immigration-related information. If you do not have Internet access, you may order USICS

forms by calling our toll-free number at 1-800-870-3676. You may also obtain forms and information by calling the

USCIS National Customer Service Center at 1-800-375-5283. For TTY (deaf or hard of hearing) call: 1-800-767-1833.

Instead of waiting in line for assistance at your local USCIS office, you can now schedule an appointment through our

online system, InfoPass, at infopass.uscis.gov. Use the InfoPass appointment scheduler and follow the screen prompts

to set up your appointment. InfoPass generates an electronic appointment notice that appears on the screen.

Penalties

If you knowingly willfully falsify or conceal a material fact or submit a false document with your Form I-539, we will

deny your Form I-539 and may deny any other immigration benefit.

In addition, you will face severe penalties provided by law, and may be subject to criminal prosecution.

USCIS Privacy Act Statement

AUTHORITIES: The information requested on this benefit petition, and the associated evidence, is collected pursuant

to the Immigration and Nationality Act, 8 U.S.C. sections 1103 and 1184, and Title 8 of the Code of Federal Regulations

(CFR) parts 103, 214 and 248.

PURPOSE: The primary purpose for providing the requested information on this benefit application is to apply for an

extension of stay or a change from one nonimmigrant category to another nonimmigrant category. USCIS will use the

information you provide to grant or deny the benefit sought.

DISCLOSURE: The information you provide is voluntary. However, failure to provide the requested information, and

any requested evidence, may delay a final decision or result in denial of your form.

ROUTINE USES: The information you provide on this benefit petition may be shared with other Federal, State, local, and

foreign government agencies and authorized organizations in accordance with approved routine uses, as described in the

associated published system of records notices [DHS/USCIS-007 - Benefits Information System and DHS/USCIS/ICE/

CBP-001 - Alien File, Index, and National File Tracking System, which can be found at The

information may also be made available, as appropriate for law enforcement purposes or in the interest of national security.

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