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H1B Visa Extension Form

Personal Information

Date of Birth:    Country of Citizenship:

Phone:    Email:

Position & Extension Details

Department:    Reporting Manager:

Current Employment Start Date:    Current H-1B Petition Start Date:

Proposed Extension From:    To:

Immigration / Visa Information

Current H-1B Visa Expiration Date:    I-94 Number:

Passport Number:    Passport Expiration Date:

Employment History (most recent first)

Job Title:    Dates Employed: From To

Job Title:    Dates Employed: From To

Education

Major/Field:    Graduation Date:

Professional References

Phone:    Email:

Phone:    Email:

Phone:    Email:

Document Checklist (attach copies)

Labor Condition Application (LCA) certified copy

Passport biographic page and visa stamp

I-94 arrival/departure record

Previous I-797 approval notices (if any)

Most recent pay stubs (3 months)

Educational credentials (degrees, transcripts)

Legal Disclosures & Company Policy Statements

At-Will Employment: I acknowledge that employment with the company is at-will, unless expressly agreed otherwise in a written employment agreement signed by an authorized officer of the company. Nothing in this immigration request alters the at-will nature of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The company is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting employment discrimination. Immigration status will not be the basis for unlawful discrimination.

Applicant Certification and Authorization

I certify under penalty of perjury that the information provided in this form is true, correct and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the company will rely on my statements and supporting documentation to prepare and file an H-1B extension petition and related immigration filings on my behalf.

I authorize the company, its attorneys and designated representatives to obtain and review immigration, employment and education records as necessary to prepare and prosecute the extension petition, and to contact prior employers and references to verify my employment history and qualifications. I authorize any person or entity to release such records to the company or its representative.

I understand that providing false or misleading information, or withholding material information, may result in denial of immigration benefits and disciplinary action by the employer, including termination. I agree to promptly notify the company of any change in my immigration status, contact information, or employment circumstances that may affect the petition.

Consent for Background and Immigration Checks: I consent to background checks and verification of immigration history that are reasonably necessary for the preparation and filing of the H-1B extension petition.

HR Processing (for HR use only)

LCA Filed:    LCA Certified Date:

Petition Prepared By:    Date Prepared:

Employee Printed Name:

Signature:

Date:

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What the H1B Visa Extension Form Is

The H1B Visa Extension Form refers to the employer-filed immigration paperwork used to extend an employee's H-1B temporary worker status in the United States. Practically this means the employer prepares and files a Form I-129 petition (H classification) with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) along with a certified Labor Condition Application (LCA) from the Department of Labor and supporting evidence such as passport pages, current I-94, prior I-797 approval notices, pay records and an employer letter describing the continued position and wage. Extensions allow continued work authorization beyond an initial approval period when filed and adjudicated according to USCIS procedures.

Why Employers and Employees Use an H1B Extension

Extending H-1B status maintains lawful work authorization, preserves continuity of employment and avoids gaps that can create unlawful presence. Properly prepared extensions support payroll, benefits eligibility, and future immigration steps such as PERM or adjustment of status.

Why Employers and Employees Use an H1B Extension

Who Typically Prepares or Signs This Form

Employers and HR teams normally lead preparation of the I-129 extension package and collect the required employee materials before submission.

  • HR or immigration specialist within the sponsoring employer who collects documents and coordinates filing.
  • Outside immigration attorney who prepares, reviews, and submits the petition on the employer's behalf.
  • The H-1B employee provides identity documents, pay records, and a signed consent where required.

Immigration counsel often reviews or files the petition to reduce technical errors and to manage premium processing, RFEs, and recordkeeping.

Primary Signers and Responsible Parties

Employer Representative

An authorized company official (HR director, legal counsel, or other delegate) signs the petition and employer attestations, accepts responsibility for wage and compliance obligations, and must be able to produce payroll and job documentation if requested by USCIS or DOL.

Beneficiary

The employee (beneficiary) supplies personal identity documents, current immigration status evidence, and any required signed statements; the beneficiary does not file the I-129 but must provide accurate information used in the petition.

Essential Components of a Complete H1B Extension Package

A complete extension package assembles federal forms, the certified LCA, identity and status documents, wage evidence, and a clear employer support letter explaining duties, location, and prevailing wage.

Form I-129

Completed petition sections for H classification including beneficiary information, job classification, and employer attestations required by USCIS.

Certified LCA

Department of Labor-certified ETA Form demonstrating prevailing wage compliance and employer attestations to be included with I-129 filing.

Employer Letter

Detailed job description, location(s), salary, and justification for continued H-1B employment that aligns with the LCA and I-129 entries.

Identity Documents

Passport pages, prior I-797, I-94 record, and current visa stamps where applicable to establish continuous status and identity.

Wage Evidence

Recent pay stubs, W-2s, or payroll summaries showing compliance with the wage stated on the LCA and I-129.

Supporting Records

Any degree evaluations, professional licenses, client letters, or prior approvals that support specialty-occupation qualifications.

Key Fields and Data Typically Required

Employee Name: Full legal name
Date of Birth: MM/DD/YYYY
Passport Number: Passport number and country
USCIS Receipt: Prior I-797 number(s)
Job Title: Exact position title
Employer EIN: Company tax identification

Step-by-Step: Preparing an H1B Extension Submission

Follow these steps in order to assemble, review, and submit an accurate extension petition to USCIS.

  • 01
    Obtain LCA: Request and receive a Department of Labor-certified LCA before filing I-129.
  • 02
    Complete I-129: Populate beneficiary and employer sections accurately, matching LCA information.
  • 03
    Assemble Evidence: Collect passport, I-94, pay stubs, prior I-797, and the employer support letter.
  • 04
    Submit to USCIS: File the packet per USCIS instructions and choose premium processing if time-sensitive.

Typical Digital Workflow for Online Completion

Set up an organized digital workflow to collect documents and reduce manual errors before filing with USCIS.

Field Configuration
Document Upload Accept PDF uploads, require passport and pay stubs
Field Mapping Auto-detect name, DOB, passport fields
Signer Authentication Require employer signatory with email + 2FA
Retention Archive signed PDF/A with audit trail

Where the Completed Form Goes and What Happens Next

After submission the package receives a USCIS receipt and enters adjudication; tracking and response steps follow.

  • USCIS Receipt: USCIS issues a receipt notice confirming the filing and case number.
  • Adjudication: USCIS reviews supporting evidence and may issue an RFE if documentation is incomplete.
  • Decision: Approval results in an updated I-797; denial includes reasons and potential remedial steps.
  • Record Retention: Retain the full submission and audit trail for compliance and future filings.

Digital Filing and eSubmission Considerations

Use a secure e-signature and document management platform that supports PDF/A, audit trails, and strong signer authentication.

  • File Formats: PDF, DOCX accepted; convert final packet to PDF/A
  • Authentication: Email + SMS or stronger multi-factor options
  • Integrations: Works with HRIS, payroll, and cloud storage

Timing and Processing Expectations

Be mindful of filing windows, USCIS timeframes, and optional premium processing to manage employee status continuity.

File Before Expiration:

Submit the extension before the current H-1B validity ends to protect continuance of status.

Premium Processing:

USCIS premium processing provides a 15-calendar-day adjudication service when available.

Receipt Notice:

Keep the USCIS receipt notice as proof of timely filing while processing continues.

RFE Response:

Respond promptly to any RFE to avoid denial; track USCIS deadlines closely.

Travel Considerations:

International travel during adjudication can affect stamping and reentry; consult counsel before travel.

Key Milestones and Processing Stages

A typical extension petition passes through a defined sequence of milestones from preparation to final decision.

01

LCA Certification

Department of Labor certifies the LCA before I-129 submission.

02

I-129 Filing

Employer files the completed I-129 with supporting documentation to USCIS.

03

USCIS Receipt Issued

USCIS returns a receipt notice with case number for tracking.

04

Adjudication/Decision

USCIS approves, issues RFE, or denies based on submitted evidence.

Common Mistakes to Avoid When Preparing an Extension

  • Submitting an uncertified LCA or one that does not match the job location or wage stated on I-129.
  • Using inconsistent beneficiary names or dates across passport, I-94, prior I-797, and the petition fields.
  • Failing to include recent pay stubs or payroll summaries demonstrating the wage offered is being paid.
  • Missing timely responses to USCIS RFEs or failing to track premium processing status properly.

Consequences of Errors or Late Filing

Denial: USCIS may deny the extension
Status Gap: Employee could lose work authorization
Unlawful Presence: Accrued unlawful presence affects future admissibility
Employer Liability: Wage or compliance violations may trigger penalties
Visa Stamping Delay: Overseas consular processing can be delayed
Recordkeeping Risk: Incomplete records hinder future filings

eSignature Pricing Snapshot for H1B Extension Workflows

Cost and capability comparisons can help choose an eSignature provider for collecting petitions and supporting documents; pricing shown reflects typical per-user annual plans and common feature availability.

signNow DocuSign Adobe Sign PandaDoc HelloSign
Starting Price $8/user/mo $15/user/mo $14/user/mo $19/user/mo $15/user/mo
Free Trial 7-day trial Varies by vendor Varies by vendor Varies by vendor Varies by vendor
Bulk Send Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Audit Trail Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
HIPAA Compliant Yes Yes Yes No No

Real-World Examples of Digital Signature Use

Organizations across sectors use e-signatures to collect documents and speed immigration-related workflows while maintaining audit trails.

Optica Ventures — COO

Optica simplified signature collection for external partners and staff

  • platform ease reduced friction for remote signers
  • The interface is simple and easy-to-use for our team; more importantly, it is just as easy for our customers.

Xerox — Director

Xerox integrated e-signatures with back-office systems for workforce documents

  • integration reduced duplicate entry and errors
  • airSlate SignNow provides us with the flexibility needed to get the right signatures on the right documents, in the right formats, based on our integration with NetSuite.

Practical Tips to Improve Accuracy and Speed

Adopt consistent internal controls and document checks to reduce RFEs and rework when filing extensions.

Verify Name Consistency
Cross-check beneficiary names and dates across passport, prior USCIS notices and payroll records before filing to avoid identity mismatches that commonly trigger RFEs.
Match LCA Details
Ensure the LCA job location, wage and title exactly match the I-129 to prevent departmental inconsistencies during adjudication.
Keep Pay Proof
Maintain at least recent pay stubs and payroll records to demonstrate compliance with the wage stated on the petition.
Use Secure eSignature
Collect signatures via a platform that retains an audit trail, supports multi-factor authentication, and preserves signed PDFs for future review.

Frequently Asked Questions About H1B Extensions

Answers to common questions on timing, documentation, signatures, and what to do if USCIS requests more information.


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