F-1: Extension of Stay

Program Extension Overview 

It is a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) requirement that a student who will need more time to complete an educational objective must request an I-20  extension BEFORE the current document expires.

You will also be asked to provide contact information for your academic advisor who must submit a response to support the extension BEFORE your I-20 expires. 

Maintain your status: Do not let your I-20 expire!