There are many forms of J1, the AuPair category is a 12 month visa with the option to extend a further 12 months.
Staying on once you terminate the arrangement is not allowed, but unless the host family or sponsor reported that, it's unlikely they know. Taking on other work on an Au Pair visa is also regarded as a serious offence. If you tell them that, you will likely be banned entry to the US for a time, perhaps even permanently.
OK. With that information I'm now considering canceling the whole trip.
So then a self-imposed ban. Why not find out their position now? Be honest about arrival/ departure dates, even open about staying on for some time after finishing up as an Au Pair, but don't tell them you worked. It's unlikely the restaurant has reported you as that would only invite the Immigration serview to pay closer attention to their business.
And what are the chances they'll try to track down everyone I had a relationship with back in the states? Will they put in that much effort?
And what are the chances they'll try to track down everyone I had a relationship with back in the states? Will they put in that much effort?
"Zero chance", and "no effort" to answer your questions. They don't have the resoureces to do that kind of work on all the people who have been flagged as potential terrorists, never mind somone who overstayed by a few weeks. Go for the visa and see what happens. I'd be as honest as possible, without mentioning working during the overstaying period. Worst case is you don't get the visa, which is hardly the end of the world.
I did something similar and overstayed on an i94 years ago. When I wanted to go back to the US on holidays I applied for and got a B1/b2 visa... I’m never allowed enter again on the waiver as I changed my visa status..the B1/b2 visa lasts for 10 years.. why not apply for one? I provided proof of residency, employment and it cost approx €100 8 years ago.
Hi Lulle - So very sorry to hear of the loss of your daughter, that's so heart-breaking & I hope you're managing ok, am not too sure what to say after that I'm afraid.
Just an outsiders perspective - If you do shift the focus off the US there are so many amazing and stunning countries or destinations for you and your daughter to make really exciting plans to visit.
- Do you think if the two of ye started researching and making exciting plans together it could take on a new momentum of its own and turn into something special you brought about together?
Just a thought.
Got approved. Simple yes/no questions and the interview lasted for about five minutes
Did you tell then you worked while overstaying or did they not ask that one ?
As indicated at the start of the thread it pays to be upfront, there has been a lot of worry about this especially when tickets are in hand prior to obtaining travel authorisation, delighted it is resolved.
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