Ashcroft's interim measure allows time for the INS to process the boy's application for a new type of visa, known as a Category T, specifically devised to help victims of human trafficking.
Mr. Beckers, who had a work visa that permitted him to stay in the country until Dec. 13, 2012, was denied an H1-B visa a type for foreign employees of companies because he couldn't demonstrate an employer-employee relationship with his company.
Be aware that landlords will want to know what type of work visa a prospective expat tenant has, and may be unwilling to rent to someone who holds a visa with time limits.