Tourist to F1 change of status within 60 days [closed]

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I have a PhD place at a US university starting Aug 21 but want to visit a different university for casual research for 6 weeks from July 1. This is longer than the 30 day grace period for the F1. Can I arrive on the visa waiver program or tourist visa in July and then just stay on for the PhD? I guess I might need to change status. Will this work?

Please don’t suggest exiting and reentering, that’s too expensive.

(British masters student in UK)






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What is 60 day grace period for F-1?

F-1 Grace Periods An F-1 student may remain in the United States for up to 60 days beyond: the completion of the program of study; and. the completion date of any authorized post-completion optional practical training.

Can you change tourist visa to F-1?

If you are in the United States on a visitor visa, you can still change to F-1 student status to reflect your new circumstances. If you want to do this, you will already need to have been accepted to study at a U.S. academic institution, and fulfill all the other requirements of the F-1 visa.

Can I stay in the US while waiting for change of status?

The application process for a Change of Status (COS) will allow you to remain in the US while the decision is pending, provided the application is filed in a timely manner with US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

Can you apply for change of status on tourist visa?

U.S. immigration law (under section 245(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA)) allows people to file for a change of status (Adjustment of Status) if they enter the U.S on a visitor visa and meet the requirements to apply for lawful permanent residency (LPR) in the U.S. But the applicant has to meet certain ...



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