Passport Re-issue with a valid DS-2019, I-797c and I-94, but expired J1 visa

[ashu0001]

Hi,

My passport is expiring in March, 2015 and I am planning to get it renewed. My J1 visa has expired (in December 2013), but I have a valid DS-2019 showing valid J1 status (till December, 2015), I-797c and I-94 (stating D/S "Duration of stay" status).

Can I apply for passport re-issue with valid DS-2019, I-797c and I-94?

Many thanks in advance,

[desaipurvesh]

Same issue

Hi All

I need to renew my indian passport from US. I have expired h1b visa but have the i797 documents approved.

As per BLS website this statement is very confusing...

Notarized Color photocopy of current valid US visa on passport or Green card or Employment Authorization Card or I- 797 approval notice documents.Student visa Status holders must enclose I-20 Document as well. If your visa has expired and/or or you have the receipt notice for extension of your visa then: NYC, SFO & HOU Jurisdiction Applicants - must provide a notarized no status affidavit with photocopy of the valid passport and the green card of two witnesses duly notarized + 7 Copies of Nationality Verification Form (Given in Point 2 above) are required and each copy must have an original photograph affixed on it. WAS/ATL/HOU/CHI Jurisdiction Applicants - must visit the consulate in person for an interview before applying at the passport application center.

I am based out of Charlotte so have to go to Washington.

My question is whether i will have to go personally to get the visa interview done or can simply mail the documents. THe first sentence states that i will not need to as i have valid I797 documents, but visa is expired so i am not too sure.

Any help will be appreciated.