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Change of status from tourist to student approved in one month

Let me tell you how we got this request approved without paying premium processing fees.

Imagine you entered the United States on a tourist visa and want to stay to study. However, time is not on your side. Even so, you trust the process and embark on submitting your application just one day before your authorized tourist stay expires. It sounds very risky, right? Well, I'm not lying. I'm talking about a real case of a client we helped with their Change of Status application, and it was approved within a month.

I'll tell you step by step what we took into account to achieve its APPROVAL, and what you should also know if you want to make a Change of Status in the United States.

Verify that you meet the requirements:
Before starting the process, make sure you meet all the necessary requirements.
1. Valid passport.
2. Have your valid legal tourist status.
3. Have the financial means to cover the costs of your studies.
4. Demonstrate ties to your country of origin.

Apply to a certified school:
You must be accepted into an educational institution certified by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP).
If you don't know where to look for the school, here's a link where you can find it: https://studyinthestates.dhs.gov/school-search

Request Form I-20
Once you are admitted, the school will send you Form I-20, Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status. Don't forget to verify that the information on the form is correct.

Pay the SEVIS I-901 fee
You must pay the SEVIS (Student and Exchange Visitor Information System) I-901 fee. I'll explain what you need to have on hand to make your payment.

– Access to the SEVIS I-901 payment website: https://www.fmjfee.com/i901fee/index.html
– Information from Form I-20 to complete the payment.
– Confirmation of payment of the SEVIS fee.

Complete and submit the form
You must complete Form I-539, Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status. If you need assistance with this step, don't worry, AsisVisa can guide you through the entire process until we receive a response regarding your case.

Would you like to get your status change in record time? Send us a message on WhatsApp +1 (786) 619 5937

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Change of Status in the USA: Transform Your Career Path

If your plans have taken an unexpected turn and you now dream of something different in the USA, you can easily change course! Imagine this: you entered as an au pair, but now you want to begin your academic studies in the USA. What to do? Applying for a change of status is the key!

Before embarking on this exciting journey, take some time to research the available options and select the status that best aligns with your goals and dreams. If you'd like to complete the process at your own pace, in Spanish, and with expert guidance, I'll explain everything!

Gather all the necessary documents. This is key to the success of your application. You must have entered the USA legally, have a valid visa for the entire process, demonstrate the financial capacity to cover housing and study costs, and show ties to your country of origin.

The change of status process has an average processing time of 8 to 14 months, during which time you can remain in the United States. It is crucial to consider the length of your authorized stay before beginning the process. Planning ahead will allow you to manage your time effectively and increase your chances of success.

Remember to leave nothing to chance; it is imperative to carefully review every aspect of the status change you are about to make. Make sure you have all the necessary documents in order and keep in mind your authorized period of stay. Meticulous attention to these details will make all the difference in the success of your process.

I hope this guide is helpful and motivates you to embark on your journey to change your status. Good luck on this exciting adventure!

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Request your Change of Status in two (2) weeks

When you enter the United States and your original reason for coming changes, you can request to change your nonimmigrant status to a different status before your authorized stay in the USA expires. For example, you entered as an au pair and want to stay to study.

If you don't know where to start to apply for a Change of Status, or if you're even unsure whether you qualify, the best thing to do is take an eligibility test, which you can do at the following link: https://shorturl.at/aclW6

If you need to complete your process on your own schedule, without complications, in Spanish, and with guidance from a lawyer, you should:

COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS FOR CHANGE OF STATUS:
– To have entered the USA legally.
– Have a valid stay throughout the entire process.
– Financial capacity to cover housing and study costs.
– Demonstrate ties to your country of origin. There's more!

FOLLOW THESE STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS TO CHANGE YOUR STATUS:

  1. Register at: https://app.asisvisa.com/sign-up
  2. Go to: https://asisvisa.com
  3. Click on the "Services" option in the main menu, and then select "Change Status." To begin the process, click the "Get it Now!" button. (located at the bottom of the webpage)
  4. Now you can complete your process independently from our app

HOW LONG DOES THE STATUS CHANGE TAKE?
The average processing time is 8 to 14 months. During this time, you can remain in the USA.

NOTE: Although it seems simple, we recommend seeking professional guidance.

If you switch to F1, make sure you always use the same SEVIS number on your I-20 form.

If your application is denied, you will accumulate irregular presence from the expiration of your I94/I20/DS-2019, as applicable.

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Status Change for Dummies

When you enter the United States and your original reason for coming changes, in those cases you can request to change your nonimmigrant status to a different status before your authorized stay in the United States expires.

A common example of Change of Status cases is when a person enters as a tourist and wishes to stay to study in the United States.

What requirements do you need to know to apply for the Change of Status process?

  • Having entered the USA legally.
  • Have a valid stay throughout the entire process.
  • Financial capacity to cover housing and study costs.
  • Demonstrate a strong connection to your country of origin.

How long can a Change of Status process take?

The average processing time is 8 to 14 months. During which you can remain in American territory.

When can you request to change your status?

Employment-based categories:
If you want to change your status to one of the following employment-based nonimmigrant categories, your prospective employer must submit the corresponding form, Nonimmigrant Worker Application, before your Form I-94 expires.

  • E-1 and E-2 (Traders and investors and employees of traders and investors) E-3 (Skilled professionals from Australia)
  • H-1B, H-2A, H-2B, or H-3 (Skilled or unskilled apprentices and temporary workers)
  • L-1A or L-1B (Intracompany Transferees)
  • O-1 or O-2 (Foreigners with extraordinary abilities)
  • P-1, P-2, or P-3 (Athletes and artists)
  • Q-1 (International visitors for cultural exchanges)
  • R-1 (Religious representatives)
  • TN-1 or TN-2 (Canadians and Mexicans under the North American Free Trade Agreement)
    Each of the categories mentioned above has its own specific limitations and requirements, and even limitations on the length of your stay in this country.

Other categories:
If you wish to change your status to one of the following nonimmigrant categories, you must submit Form I-539:

  • A (Diplomats and other government officials, immediate family members, and employees)
  • B-1 and B-2 (Visitors on business or leisure trips)
  • E-1 and E-2 (Dependents of traders and investors who have made treaties and
    your employees)
  • E-3 (Dependents of trained professionals from Australia)
  • F (Academic students and their dependents)
  • G (Foreign government officials, certain immediate family members and their employees)
  • H-4 (Dependents of skilled or unskilled temporary workers and apprentices)
  • L-2 (Intracompany transferees dependents)
  • M (Vocational students and their dependents)
  • N (Parents and children of certain persons who have been granted a special status of
    immigrant)
  • NATO (NATO representatives, officials, employees and immediate family members)
  • O-3 (Dependents of foreigners with extraordinary abilities and their assistants)
  • P-4 (Dependents of athletes and artists)
  • R-2 (Dependents of religious representatives)

Tips you should know

  • Even if it seems simple, it's best to get advice.
  • If you switch to F1, make sure you always use the same SEVIS number on your I-20 form.
  • If your application is denied, you will accumulate irregular presence from the expiration of your
  • I-94, I-20 or DS-2019 as applicable.

How can you do it?

News written from: USCIS