1. What is CSPA Age?

The Child Status Protection Act (CSPA) age is calculated to determine if a child has "aged out" for immigration purposes. It adjusts the child's biological age by subtracting the time their visa petition was pending.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the CSPA formula:

Where:

• Current Date — The relevant date for age calculation (typically visa availability date)
• Birth Date — The child's date of birth
• Pending Time — Number of days the visa petition was pending with USCIS

Explanation: The formula calculates the child's age at the time of visa availability, minus any time the petition was pending with USCIS.

3. Importance of CSPA Age Calculation

Details: Accurate CSPA age calculation is crucial for determining if a child qualifies for immigration benefits as a "child" (under 21 years old) under U.S. immigration law.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the current date (typically visa availability date), the child's birth date, and the number of days the petition was pending with USCIS. All values must be valid dates and positive numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the significance of CSPA age under 21?
A: Children under 21 CSPA age generally retain their eligibility for immigration benefits as derivatives of their parents' petitions.

Q2: How is pending time calculated?
A: Pending time is the number of days from when the petition was filed with USCIS until it was approved.

Q3: What if my CSPA age is exactly 21 years?
A: The child must be under 21 at the time of visa availability to qualify. Even one day over may cause aging out.

Q4: Are there exceptions to CSPA rules?
A: Some visa categories have special rules. Consult an immigration attorney for specific cases.

Q5: Does CSPA apply to all visa categories?
A: CSPA applies primarily to family-sponsored and employment-based preference categories, not immediate relatives.