Archive article: original publication date retained. This is not a current policy announcement. Check official guidance and consult your DSO before acting. Released on 07/20/2021, this USCIS’ article provides good news to non-immigrant visa holders seeking to change their status to F-1 Student. During the Trump Administration, any non-immigrant visa holders (B-1, B-2, J-1, etc)…
Archive article: original publication date retained. This is not a current policy announcement. Check official guidance and consult your DSO before acting. U.S. student and exchange visitor categories serve different purposes. A visa is used to seek entry, while your admission record and applicable status rules determine how you may remain. Check your I-94, school…
Archive article: original publication date retained. This is not a current policy announcement. Check official guidance and consult your DSO before acting. Can F-1 students work in the United States? Some employment is permitted, but only when the student meets the relevant requirements. Student status is not a general work permit. Before accepting paid or…
Archive article: original publication date retained. This is not a current policy announcement. Check official guidance and consult your DSO before acting. Should you change status inside the United States or apply for a student visa abroad? Applying abroad generally involves school admission, the required documents, and a visa application at a U.S. embassy or…
Every F-1 student visa applicant is required to pay the SEVIS fee (Form I-901) online or by mail before going for an interview. If you happen to make a mistake filling out your information when paying the fee, it is important to have it corrected as soon as possible, preferably before the interview. Send an…
Visa and Status have always confused many non-immigrants, or even immigrants and U.S. citizens. Visa and Status are not the same, so they should not be used interchangeably. The purpose of a visa is for the holder to enter into the US, and that is it! After the inspection by the CBP (Customer and Border…