I am an Australian Citizen and I have several questions concerning the B1/B2 Tourist Visa.
I worked on cruise ships under a C1/D Visa September 2011 to July 2012. When I received this VISA the consulate officer also gave me a B1/B2 visa (which I didn't apply for) from September 2011 (issue) to September 2012 (expiry).
I am looking to return to the US in October 2012 (one month after the date of expiration) for a 1 month holiday on a cruise vessel.
Questions;
1) Do I need to re-apply for a new B1/B2 Visa or can I extend the current one, and what is the process involved?
2) Can I enter before the date of expiration and apply for an extension while in the US, would that be simpler task?
I'm really not sure of my options, hence my post here at the forum.
I appreciate your help in advance and thank you for your time in replying.
I worked on cruise ships under a C1/D Visa September 2011 to July 2012. When I received this VISA the consulate officer also gave me a B1/B2 visa (which I didn't apply for) from September 2011 (issue) to September 2012 (expiry).
I am looking to return to the US in October 2012 (one month after the date of expiration) for a 1 month holiday on a cruise vessel.
Questions;
1) Do I need to re-apply for a new B1/B2 Visa or can I extend the current one, and what is the process involved?
2) Can I enter before the date of expiration and apply for an extension while in the US, would that be simpler task?
I'm really not sure of my options, hence my post here at the forum.
I appreciate your help in advance and thank you for your time in replying.