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VISA status transfer from h4 to f1

Discussion in 'H4 Indian Ladies' started by shruti2109, Aug 27, 2013.

  1. shruti2109

    shruti2109 New IL'ite

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    hi ladies,
    I am looking for the process to convert my h4 status to f1...please tell me the process and the first step which needs to be taken for it...how do I get started...??


    does the college we apply in...files it for us ,or do v hv to get it done ourselves..??

    looking for a favorable reply..
     
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  2. Imblessed

    Imblessed Bronze IL'ite

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    First you need to collect I-20 from your school. That is the proof that you are studying in that particular school. For this you will need to show some documents like your bank statements, address proof. I have applied for h4 to F1. I had to change my maiden name to married name too. So, I had to first change my passport and then show a copy of that etc. But for I-20 if your spouse is paying your fee, food, house you need to show those proofs to get I-20. t also varies from school to school as you get this from school. So, you will have to check with your school.
    Once you have I-20 you will have options like you can e-file the change of visa status or you can send all the documents through post or parcel. I have e-filed, i can tell you that.You will have to open the account on USCIS-ELIS. You will get the process after I-20 on this website. You will need bank statements, marriage certificate copy, H4 visa copy, I-94 copy, you will have to fill in the form 539 , fee receipt (for which you will have to wait for a few days before applying, because it comes through mail. I did not knew that and I wasted a few days:bowdown), I think even I-134 and sponsorer letter. I have written almost whatever I am remembering. But it is always better to check the most recent changes.
    You will have to apply, school only provides I-20.
     
  3. Nature1991

    Nature1991 New IL'ite

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    Hi,

    I have got my H4 visa approved (Few days back). I was aware that H4 can be converted to F1 being in US only but I was not aware that I will have to appear for interview and stamping if I travel to India in the mid of my studies.

    Thus, As I have applied for Fall 2017 and classes will start most probably in the month of August, I am planning to apply for H4 to F1 conversion now.

    Could anyone of you let me know; as I have never traveled to US on H4 Visa, shall it decrease my chances to get my F1 visa approved and stamped. Moreover, shall they raise a question that if you were about to raise F1 visa, why did you applied for H4 first.

    Please help as I am worried about this situation.
     

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