I am not ready to move to the US now, can I ask the embassy to extend my I-130 spous visa?

Question

I recieved my I-130 Immigration (Spous Visa) 4 months ago & I have 2 more months before it expires if I don't enter the USA. I am not ready to move within 2 months; is it possible that my visa can be extended another 6 months?

Thanks much!

Answer 1

No, that visa must be used within 6 months of being issued.

Answer 2

my personal opinion is :

than u are sending out a message to the INS which u do not want , which would be than u are NOT REALLY INTERESTED in the Visa .

here is the answer ( second question there ) :

For how long is the visa valid?

Immigrant and fiance(e) visas have a maximum validity of 6 months. That means you must enter the U.S. within 6 months of the date we issue the visa to you.

What if I don't use the visa within six months? Can it be extended?

Immigrant and fiance(e) visas cannot be extended.  If the visa is not used within its period of validity, you must return it to this office for cancellation, along with a note explaining the reasons why the visa was not used.  Upon return of the visa and explanation, we will inform you as to the requirements needed to have a new visa issued.  Usually at least the visa fee is required to be paid, and you may need a new N.Z. Police clearance, and possibly a new medical examination.

How long must I remain in the U.S. after I have entered on the immigrant visa?

U.S. law does not specify how long one must remain in the U.S. after first entering.  Immigration officials, at the time of your return to the U.S. after a temporary absence of LESS than ONE year,, will look very closely at the amount of time spent away from the U.S.  If they determine that you have been spending more time out of the U.S. than in the U.S., they are empowered to revoke your lawful permanent resident status. You would then have to re-qualify for permanent resident status.

............. my advice : start packing .... good luck !!!

Answer 3

It would have to be reissued. It can't be extended. So, you would have to pay your fees again, plus you may well have to redo your physical and renew your police clearances again as those expire over time as well.