I entered USA on a tourist visa but got a job offer so I want to change my status without having to leave the country. Is it possible?

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Stamos Bafana · Accepted Answer

Its possible as long as you file form I-129 through your employer before your tourist status expire

Tarella Schmidt · Answer

you may be able to change your status from a tourist visa to a work visa like h1B without leaving the US

Sasha Soloman · Answer

Yes but like Stamos said, do it before your current visa expires

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