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Posted 6 months ago
Can I change my B1/B2 visa status to F1 while in the US?
Emma Sinclair
Answered 6 months ago
You can apply to change your status from B1/B2 to F1 by filing Form I-539 with USCIS before your current status expires.
Vesper Archer
Answered 6 months ago
You cannot begin studying until your change of status is approved — this process may take several months.
Jack Rusell
Answered 6 months ago
If you entered the U.S. on a B1/B2 visa with the intent to study, it could lead to denial due to visa fraud concerns.
Nora Stevens
Answered 6 months ago
In many cases, it’s faster and more straightforward to return to your country and apply for an F1 visa through consular processing.