This form is used by:

• Certain nonimmigrants to extend their stay or change to another nonimmigrant status;
• CNMI residents applying for an initial grant of status;
• F and M nonimmigrants to apply for reinstatement; and,
• Persons seeking V nonimmigrant status or an extension of stay as a V nonimmigrant.

Form 9; Instructions 16.

12/23/16. No previous editions accepted. You can find the edition date at the bottom of the page on the Form and Instructions.

Check this link for the address to mail your form: Form I-539 Direct Filing Addresses.

Filing Tips for Form I-539, Application To Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status

Complete all sections of the form. The form will be rejected if these fields are missing:

• Part 1 – Information About You
  • Family Name
  • Mailing Address
  • Date of Birth
• Part 2 – Application Type
  • Number 2.a.
  • Number of People Included in This Application.

Sign the form at Part 5, Item Number 3.a., Applicant’s Signature. The fillable version of Form I-539 now includes a “Don’t forget to sign!” message and an arrow pointing to the signature box as a reminder for when you print the completed form for mailing. If there is no signature in Part 5, USCIS will reject the form and return it for correction and re-filing.

$370. See Special Instructions.

If filing a paper application at a USCIS Lockbox Facility:

• Please read our Lockbox Filing Tips.
• We will send you an e-Notification when your form is accepted if you complete Form G-1145, E-Notification of Application/Petition Acceptance, and attach it to the first page of your application.

To ensure your Form I-539 is accepted for processing:

• Fill out the form completely and accurately
• Sign the form
• Pay the correct filing fee of $370

Special Instructions for Certain Nonimmigrants: 

This page can be found at: https://www.uscis.gov/i-539