My son is on H-4 and recently was granted an extension valid through 2027. He turns 21 at the end of this year. Can he remain in H-4 status through the expiration date listed on his I-94?
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12 Aug 2025
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Unfortunately, once a dependent child turns 21, they are no longer eligible for H-4 status through their parent. He cannot rely on a USCIS error to continue his stay in H-4 past his 21st birthday. (12.Aug.2025)
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