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ByRebecca Kroll
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L‑1 visa holders must follow specific rules to maintain legal status in the U.S. This article how to stay compliant with travel, worksite, and extension requirements.
ByJeremy Richards
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An expired U.S. visa stamp doesn’t always mean you must leave the country. In this article, we explain how your legal status works and what steps to take next.
ByJeremy Richards
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Many visitors to the United States mistakenly believe they can stay as long as their visa is valid. In reality, your period of authorized stay is determined by your I-94 record—not the visa in your passport. Overstaying even by a few days can lead to serious immigration consequences, including bars to reentry. In this article, we explain the critical difference between visa validity and authorized stay, how to check your status, and what steps to take to remain compliant with U.S. immigration laws.
ByJeremy Richards
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Learn what an authorized period of stay means, why it’s important when applying for a green card through marriage to a U.S. citizen, and what to do if you overstayed.
ByJeremy Richards
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Many E-2 visa holders assume they have 60 days to stay in the U.S. if their job ends, but that is not always the case. Learn when the 60-day, 10-day, or no grace period applies and how your I-94 expiration date affects your status.
ByJeremy Richards
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The Petition End Date (PED) on your U.S. visa indicates when your immigration authorization expires. Learn how it affects your stay, work eligibility, and visa compliance.