O-1 Visa

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Have you ever wondered what will happen if you have filed a petition for an extension of your O-1 nonimmigrant visa and USCIS does not approve it before your I-94 expiration date?

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What is an O-1 Visa?

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240-Day Extension Rule

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Does the 240-Day Extension Rule cover O-1 visas?

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Conditions for 240-Day Extension Rule

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Answers to specific situations:

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O-1 visas are always issued for a temporary period, and in most cases, the nonimmigrants apply for an extension. If still, you require any help in understanding the process, our lawyers at Sethi and Mazaheri immigration law firm are always happy to assist you.

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