How can I change my B2 visa status?

If you are seeking to change your status to a B1 or B2 visa, you must do more than submit Form I-539. You must show you meet the eligibility requirements for B1 or B2 visa approval. You’ll need to submit documentation to show that you are eligible.

Is it possible to change visa status in USA?

In general, you may apply to change your nonimmigrant status if you were lawfully admitted to the United States in an eligible nonimmigrant status, your nonimmigrant status remains valid, you have not violated the conditions of your status and you have not committed any crimes that would make you ineligible.

Can I change my B1 B2 visa to j1?

If you are currently in B1/B2 status and you wish to become a J-1 student, you are prohibited from enrolling in a course of study unless you apply for and USCIS approves your change of status application. In this case, you must apply for a J-1 visa at a U.S. consulate abroad.

How much does it cost to change your visa status?

$370. You and each co-applicant must also pay an $85 biometric services fee.

How do I convert my US tourist visa to immigrant visa?

You can apply for a green card to gain lawful permanent resident status in the U.S. while you’re visiting the country on a tourist visa. Remember, though, that if you overstay your visa, the visa will become legally void on its expiration date; at that point, you’re in the U.S. illegally.

Can j2 visa be converted to J-1?

You cannot convert or extend your J-2. However, you do not have to wait for 2 years to get another J-1 for yourself. The two-year home residence rule only prevents you from getting H/L/K visas.

Who can apply for a change to J-2 visa?

A person of any non-immigrant status except C, D, K, or M (and in some cases J), those who entered the United States under the terms of the Visa Waiver Program, can apply for a change to J-2 status if he/she has maintained lawful non-immigrant status up to the time of application.

When do I need to change my B-1 visa status?

You do not need to apply to change your nonimmigrant status if you were admitted into the United States for business reasons (B-1 visa category ) and you wish to remain in the United States for pleasure before your authorized stay expires.

How to change your status from current status to J-2?

A cover letter (one page) requesting the change of status from your current status to J-2. This letter should include a brief explanation as why you wish to change to J-2 status. You should also provide a checklist of the documentation you are including in your application.

Can a Canadian citizen re-enter the US with a J-2 visa?

Please note that Canadian citizens are exempt from the requirement of a having a J-2 visa to re-enter the U.S. in J-2 status. For further information about travel and re-entry and/or visa applications, refer to the U.S. Department of State web site and Travel Outside the U.S. and Reentry.