When to extend h1b ?

[passemails]

Hi

Please tell me when i have to start apply for my h1b extension and before when I have to finish apply for my h1b extension with sample dates.

[shervin143]

Extension can be files 6 months prior to your I-94 expiry date. Your application for renewal should reach USCIS before the I-94 expiry date or the extension will be denied. If your extension is denied, then the time spent in U.S after the I-94 expiry date will be considered illegal (That is why it is advisable to file the extension as early as possible instead of waiting till the last minute).

[passemails]

Extension Dates

Hi Shervin

Can u please explain with dates before when I should not apply and after when I should not apply if my expiration date is July 16 2011?

Extension can be files 6 months prior to your I-94 expiry date. Your application for renewal should reach USCIS before the I-94 expiry date or the extension will be denied. If your extension is denied, then the time spent in U.S after the I-94 expiry date will be considered illegal (That is why it is advisable to file the extension as early as possible instead of waiting till the last minute).

[shervin143]

You can apply for the extension 6 months prior to the I-94 expiry date. That is, after January 16th 2011.

Your application for extension of status should reach USCIS before July 16 2011. USCIS recommends that you file the extension at least 2 months in advance.

Not sure why you were not able to do this simple math yourself.

[passemails]

Thanks

Hi Shervin

Because I am misunderstanding(confused) the words prior , before and within .

Any way thanks very much.

You can apply for the extension 6 months prior to the I-94 expiry date. That is, after January 16th 2011.

Your application for extension of status should reach USCIS before July 16 2011. USCIS recommends that you file the extension at least 2 months in advance.

Not sure why you were not able to do this simple math yourself.