Challenges of applying for a change of status to F1 include long delays, inability to start classes before change of status is approved, pre-conceived intent issues, and proving ties to home country.
Khadija DerrickOctober 26, 2023
B1/B2 visitors should take care not to give the appearance that they are de facto residing in the United States and plan their travels accordingly. Extensions of stay is recommended rather than attempting a brief exit and return.
Khadija DerrickMarch 9, 2022
Professional musicians need an O or P visa to play at concerts in the United States. Amateur musicians can enter the US on B2 visa to perform uncompensated.
Khadija DerrickFebruary 7, 2022
You may come to the U.S. on ESTA while your visa petition is pending, but in some situations, you may face extra scrutiny at the border.
Khadija DerrickApril 29, 2021
We just had an B-2 extension of status application approved with U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services. The applicant was granted a six month extension of B-2 status. Cohabitating partners and extended family members of people on temporary work visas may qualify for…
Jenny ZhanAugust 23, 2019
Am I allowed to work while I am in the U.S. on a B visa? What activities are appropriate for a visitor on a B visa? These are common and important questions for people who are thinking of visiting the…
IanScottMay 15, 2015
