From F-1 to B2 Status

I just finished my degree in the US under an F-1 status. During that time I still have my B2/B1 tourist status. I have returned to my home country but want to go back to the US fro vacation, will I be able to just go in using my valid Tourist visa now? Or do I have to do something else??

Thanks,

Best Answer

You cannot have more than one US immigration status at a time, and any nonimmigrant status you have ceases when you leave the US. A nonimmigrant who leaves the US and returns can be readmitted in the same status or a different status depending on the circumstances of the subsequent trip to the US.

You can have more than one nonimmigrant visa reflecting different nonimmigrant categories, however, as it seems you do. A US visa merely allows you to travel to the US in order to apply for admission under the corresponding status.

As a former F-1 nonimmigrant, outside the US and in possession of a valid B-1/B-2 visa, you can travel to the US and apply for admission in B-1 or B-2 status. The answers to your questions, therefore:

Will I be able to just go in using my valid tourist visa now?

Yes.

Or do I have to do something else?

No, you don't have to do anything else.

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How long does it take to change status from F-1 to B2?

Currently, USCIS takes approximately 10-12 months to process an application for change or extension of status, Form I-539. If a person enters on a B1/B2 visitor visa, generally the person is given 6 months of time or \u201cstatus\u201d to be in the US after successfully completing inspection.

Can I change from F-1 to B-2?

Need a little more time before leaving? A change to B-2 status is possible. If you have been studying in the United States, most likely on an F-1, M-1, or other temporary (nonimmigrant) visa, you might want to finish your stay with a little vacation.

Can I change my F1 visa to B1?

You can also change your F-1 status in the U.S. If you prefer changing your status in the U.S., you are required to apply for a change of status to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

How do I change my status to B2?

If you are seeking to change your status to a B1 or B2 visa, you must do more than submit Form I-539. You must show you meet the eligibility requirements for B1 or B2 visa approval. You'll need to submit documentation to show that you are eligible.

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