Posts Tagged ‘F-1’
Dealing with a DUI/DWI: Revocation of Status
An arrest or conviction for driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) may mean big problem for those in the United States under a nonimmigrant visa. Once a U.S. consulate receives notice of the conviction of an alien for a DUI or DWI offense, consular officers will revoke the visa foil or…
Read MoreUPDATE: Student Visa Change of Status (F-1/ M-1)
Early last month, USCIS updated guidelines for nonimmigrants wishing to change status to F-1/M-1. For nonimmigrants in valid, non-student status, the lengthy approval process for both F-1 and M-1 presents a number of issues. One such issue occurs when a nonimmigrant undergoing the change of status process to F-1/M-1 experiences a lapse of their current…
Read MoreB-1 or B-2 Visa to Student Visa: Navigating New Road Blocks
For those with B-1 or B-2 status who wish to study in the United States, the process for change of status to a F or M visa can be especially challenging. According to federal regulation, those is B-1 or B-2 status may not study in the U.S. Previously, those in B-1 or B-2 status could…
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