How long does a change of visa status take?

Processing can be very slow (six to nine months, and as long as one year), which may jeopardize your ability to begin your new activity, such as studying or accepting a research or teaching assistantship or other campus employment. The application might be denied, which could require you to quickly depart the U.S.

Can I convert my b1 B2 visa to student visa?

If you are in the United States as a tourist (on a B-2 visitor visa), it is possible to change your status to F-1 student, by submitting a request to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). However, getting this request approved is anything but guaranteed.

Can a B1 B2 visa be changed to an F1?

The change of status application is filed on the Form I-539. The B1 or B2 visitor must not have engaged in unauthorized employment prior to the change of status application. It is possible to obtain a B2 visa with the intent of changing to F1 or M1 student status.

What happens if you fall out of status on a B-1?

If you enroll in, or begin, a course of study before you change your status, you will violate the terms of your B-1 or B-2 visa and fall out of status. Once you fall out of status, you won’t be eligible for a change in status or an extension of your B-1 or B-visa.

When does my change of status to F-1 become effective?

If your COS application is approved, your change of status to F-1 will be effective as of the date of approval.

Can a F visa student change their status?

Academic (F visa) or vocational (M visa) students (you may attend elementary, middle or high school only: if you want to attend post-secondary school full-time you must apply for a change of status). You may not apply to change your nonimmigrant status if you were admitted to the United States in the following categories: