I-94 renewal

[MeenalGarg]

Hi

 

I shifted to USA in Jan-13 with L2 visa.  At the time of entry my passport was expiring in Dec-2013, hence the I-94 was granted till Dec-2013.  I have renewed my passport and it is now valid till 2023.  However, my I-94 still carries the date till Dec 2013.

 

1) My question is "how should I get my I-94 renewed?"  I am not planning to visit outside USA till Dec 2013.  I did some research and understood that there are two ways:

 

a) Go to San Diego-Mexico border.  I am not sure if this will work.  Please advice.

 

b) Filing I-539 form.  I have certain queries in this:

• After reading through the instruction given on USIC site, I understand that my husband's I-129, I-94 and marriage certificate is required.  Do I have to submit in original or copies will suffice?
• My I-94 will be retained by USIC officials or it will be given back to me?
• USIC site says it may take average time of 2.5 months.  Is this true or general time is more or less than this?
• Is there any way that I can go to USIC office and ask them to update my I-94 based on my new passport?

Please suggest me the best and fastest option.

 

2) After renewal of I-94, I need to renew my EAD also.  What is the procedure of the same and how long will this take.

 

Thanks in advance for your help.

[pontevecchio]

file your extension. Do not send originals unless specifically asked for. Keep extra copies of all documents. Apply for the EAD the same way you did the first time.