How soon should I apply for a one-year extension on my O visa expiring on October 8th?

Oct 1, 2022
2 years ago
Gad *******
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Hi

My 3 month O visa based on retirement expires on october 8 th

I was thinking to go to immigration on oct 7th to apply for a 1 year extension.

But I'm wondering now if I shouldn't have started the process 2 weeks before the expiration date.

Thank you
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The user is seeking advice on the timeline for applying for a one-year extension of their O visa, which is set to expire on October 8th. Comments emphasize the importance of not waiting until the last minute and suggest applying as soon as possible, ideally within the week prior to the expiration date. Several users mention the necessity of preparing required documents, such as bank letters and statements, to avoid complications during the application process.
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Gad *******
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Thank you everybody and especially to Tod who always replies quickly and precisely to all my questions.

This Facebook group is so helpfull
Gooddy *******
Do you have your bank letter and statements prepared ? If not you may be cutting it very fine.
Tod *********
@Gooddy ******
the good thing is he doesn't need a year transaction history print out because this is his FIRST extension off his Non-O 90 day entry stamp. he can get away with the on demand one that most banks print while you wait (which is usually for 6 months) and updating his bank book the day he goes to apply along with the bank letter which is good for 7 days (at most offices)
Tod *********
I'd get after it this week ASAP as in Mon-Tues. You don't lose any days applying early and that way if you mess up you still have a few days before your 90 day stamp runs out to get it right and try again.

This is a general idea of what could be required
Tod *********
did you already go to your immigration office and get the hand out listing the documents you need, the bank letter, updated bank book etc, so you can be ready when you apply?
John **********
I'd suggest going on Monday if you can. All it takes is for you not having something they require to mess you up
James ********
There's NO advantage of waiting. Go ASAP....get the list of requirements for your One year extension of stay.
Tod *********
you can go any time you have less than 30 days left on your 90 day stamp AND you're sure cutting it close waiting until the end like that.
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