B1/B2 visitor visa to green card

[skuchibh]

My dependent (mother) is in the USA currently on a visitor visa, and her return trip is scheduled for 9 Aug 2011. In the mean time we've started her green card process. Her finger printing and biometrics are completed. My question is can she stay legally in the USA beyond 9 Aug 2011, in case she does not receive her approval before that time. Pl. advise.

Mahathy

[mtouch]

My dependent (mother) is in the USA currently on a visitor visa, and her return trip is scheduled for 9 Aug 2011. In the mean time we've started her green card process. Her finger printing and biometrics are completed. My question is can she stay legally in the USA beyond 9 Aug 2011, in case she does not receive her approval before that time. Pl. advise.

Mahathy

No. She has to return to her country before the expiration of her entry (I-94) form. She can go back to the US again if her B1/B2 visa is multiple entry and has not expired yet.