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F-1 Extension of Stay

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Student has remained in F-1 status
2. Student has a legitimate reason, which must be documented, to extend his stay, such as:
1. Illness
2. Academic reasons beyond student's control, such as:
   Change in major
   Delays in research project
   Need for additional courses
3. Student will need to show proof of funds before SEVIS I-20 is issued.
4. Application for Extension of Stay must be made before, but no earlier than 30 days before the ending date on the current SEVIS I-20.
5. If student fails to apply for extension within the 30-day period before ending date on the SEVIS I-20, he/she must apply for reinstatement.

PROCEDURE:

1. Old SEVIS I-20
2. Documentation from department or doctor explaining reason for delay in completing program, and an estimate of completion date.
3. Financial documentation to indicate student has enough to cover his expenses until the completion date.
4. Completed I-538
5. International Education Office prepares new SEVIS I-20 with new graduation date and new expenses and financial support.
6. Student signs bottom of SEVIS I-20.
7. International Education Office sends I-538 and top page of SEVIS I-20 to ACS, London KY within 30 days of approving the extension.
8. International Office gives the student the new SEVIS I-20, with old SEVIS I-20 attached.