Can you have B2 and F1 visa at the same time?

You cannot have both. you are on F-1 visa now and you will stay on F1 status until you finish your studies. Once you finish your studies, you may change your status back to B1/B2 while you are in the U.S. However, once you leave the U.S. on…

Can I change my B2 visa to F1?

Applying for a Change of Status: B-2 to F-1 You have to submit USCIS Form I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status to USCIS, by mail.

How long does it take to change visa status from B2 to F1?

approximately 10-12 months
The Trump administration put in place a policy specifically designed to increase the burden and cost of the B-2 visitor to F-1 student change of status process. Currently, USCIS takes approximately 10-12 months to process an application for change or extension of status, Form I-539.

How can I change my F2 visa to F1 in USA?

Fill out form I-539 to change your nonimmigrant status from F2 to F1. The filing fee is $370 as of May 2017. The form asks for information such as your name, address, arrival date, current visa status, your I-94 number and passport details.

How do I know if my F1 visa is still valid?

To check on the status of your U.S. Visa application: United States: Contact the National Visa Center (NVC) at 1-603-334-0700 for immigrant visas. For nonimmigrant visas, call 1-603-334-0888. Or use the Consular Electronic Application Center (CEAC).

Can I cancel my B1/B2 visa if my F1 is denied?

There is no need to cancel B1/B2. If F1 is denied, you can still use B1/B2 even during the last day of validity to enter the country. There is no “visa conversion”. There is an adjustment of status. Consider your visa in passport is your entry pass.

Can I convert my B1/B2 visa to F1 visa?

It would be best for you to travel to the USA on your B1/B2 visa and then apply for converting to the F1 visa.

When should I apply for a B1/B2 visa?

So there is no rush to apply before mid June-early July. You can have more than one open visa in your passport. There is no need to cancel B1/B2. If F1 is denied, you can still use B1/B2 even during the last day of validity to enter the country.

When to apply for an F1 visa for Canada?

Remember though, you cannot enter the country by using F1 visa earlier that 30 days before program start (~20 July). So there is no rush to apply before mid June-early July. You can have more than one open visa in your passport. There is no need to cancel B1/B2.