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My husband and I are planning a 6 months road trip in USA and Canada. We both hold passports that allow for VWP for 90 days.

  1. If we entered on VWP, I have read that we cannot extend beyond the 90 days granted by VWP and must leave by the 90 days. Is this true?

  2. Should we apply for a B2 visa before we leave?

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You cannot extend your stay if you entered the United States under the Visa Waiver Program. The only exceptions to this deal with medical emergencies, flights canceled due to weather, and the like.

If you enter on a B2 visa, you can stay for up to one year. You can apply to extend your visit further by filing form I-539 online (more info).

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