62.7—Redesignation.
(a)
Upon expiration of a given designation term, a sponsor may seek redesignation for another five-year term.
(b)
To apply for redesignation, a sponsor shall advise the Exchange Visitor Program Services by letter or by so indicating on the annual report.
(c)
Request for redesignation shall be evaluated according to the criteria set forth at § 62.6(a) taking into account the sponsor's annual reports and other documents reflecting its record as an exchange visitor program sponsor.
(d)
A sponsor seeking redesignation should notify the Department of State, as set forth in (b) of this section, no less than four months prior to the expiration date of its designation. A sponsor seeking redesignation may continue to operate its program(s) until such time as the Department of State notifies it of a decision to amend or terminate its designation.