Can I change my status from H-4 to F-1?

H4 to F1 Change of Status processing time Duration of typical Masters Degree is 24 months. Some students tend to complete within 15 months. When the H4 to F1 change of status processing time is 15 months, it’s not a sound decision to apply for the change of status with USCIS to complete.

How long does it take for change of status from H-4 to F-1?

You should either fly outside the U.S. to have the F1 visa stamped or remain back in the U.S. to ask for a status adjustment from H4 to F1. Change of status petitions will take 3 to 9 months, depending on the support center to which the petition is submitted.

Can H4 visa holder apply for OPT?

Yes, H4 visa holders can study in the US in any field. However, they are not allowed CPT (Curricular Practical Training), OPT(Optional Practical Training), On/Off campus jobs, or Scholarships. In order to utilize these benefits the visa needs to be converted to F1 visa (International student visa).

Can you have H-4 and F1 visa together?

You cannot be in dual status, both H-4 and F-1 at the same time. If you are currently in a valid F-1 status, then you are no longer in H-4 status. If your spouse is still in a valid H-1B status, you may be eligible for H-4 status but it is not…

How can I change my H4 status?

You need to file the following documents to change from H1B to H4 visa:

1. Form I-539 – Application to change nonimmigrant status.
2. Copies of passports – Both you and your spouse’s passports.
3. Approval notice – The approval notice of your current H1B visa.
4. Form I-94 – Your latest Form I-94 Arrival/Departure Record.

How can I change my H1B to F1?

How to Apply for F1 Visa Status

1. Get acceptance from the college or university in the form of an acceptance letter.
2. Next, you need to fill out the I-539 form and pay a $370 filing fee as a check payable to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
3. Get ready to pay another hefty check for your I-901 SEVIS fee.

How can I convert H4 visa to H1?

Applying for H1B from H4 Visa Status Any H4 visa holder may convert from H4 to H1B visa status as long as they meet the H1B visa requirements. The H4 visa holders sponsoring H1B employer must file his or her H1B petition. The H1B sponsoring employer will need to submit the following along with Form I-129.

Can H4 visa do PhD?

You can study full-time in the U.S. on the H-4 visa. However, most PhD programs require you to teach or be employed by the institution to do research, etc., which is not generally permissible on the H-4. You may need to discuss this with the educational institutional’ s international student office.

Can I have H1B and H4 EAD at the same time?

Yes, concurrently filing of the Change of Status from H1B visa to H4 and the EAD application is allowed. Therefore, if the H-1B continues to be properly maintained, you can continue to work on the H-1B while you wait for the H-4 and EAD to be approved.