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Frequently Asked Questions Home  >  Immigration Law FAQ  >  Other Visas  >  Change of Status Your Immigration Questions Answered by VisaPro. Here, you will find detailed answers to many of most common immigration questions. 1. What is Change of Status?       Providing permission to foreign nationals holding a nonimmigrant visa in the U.S. to change status to another nonimmigrant category while in the U.S. is called Change of Status. 2. Who is eligible for Change of Status?       You may be eligible to change your status to another nonimmigrant status if:       •      You have lawfully entered into the U.S. with a nonimmigrant visa •      Your nonimmigrant visa status remains valid •      You have not committed any crime that would make you ineligible 3. Who may apply for Change of Status?       Certain nonimmigrants who are maintaining status and wish to change to another status including:       •      Diplomatic and other government officials, and their dependants and employees on an A visa •      Temporary visitors for business or pleasure on B visa category •      Academic students on F-1 visa and their dependants on F-2 visa •      Representatives to international organizations and their dependants and employees on G visa •      Representatives of foreign media on I visa and their dependants •      Exchange visitors on J-1 visa and their dependants on J-2 visa •      Vocational students on M-1 visa and their dependants on M-2 visa •      Parents and children of the people who have been granted special immigrant status because their parents were employed by an international organization in the United States •      Temporary workers on H, L, O, P, Q or R visa and their dependants Previous | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | Next   Need More HELP! Get Personalized Legal Advice from a VisaPro Attorney Browse Tips and Procedures about Specific Visas Discover More about VisaPro Legal Services More About Change of Status Benefits of Change of Status Requirements for Change of Status Applying for Change of Status Duration of Stay How can we help you? MESSAGE BOARDS How do I fill Form I-129? When do I start Green Card? Discuss US Immigration NEWSLETTER - FREE! Receive latest immigration updates and free legal tips by e-mail. Sign up now! IMMIGRATION DICTIONARY Legal terms explained in plain English! On this topic Change of Status RELATED FORMS I-539 RELATED VISAS B-1 B-2 F-1 F-2 H-1B H-4 I J-1   J-2 K-1 M-1 TN TD Fiancee Visas Green Card RELATED ARTICLES Staffing or Third-Party Placement Consulting Companies May No Longer Qualify for H-1B Visas Grab Your Opportunity to File an H1B Visa With VisaPro's H-1B Timeline H-1B Visa - 12 Common Myths and Realities The Child Status Protection Act: How Does it Help an Aged-Out Child to Get a Green Card? Did You Know that You May Lose Your Green Card if You Do Not Maintain Your Status? Learn How to Maintain Your Status to Protect Your Green Card! Fiancée Visa Processing in East Asian Countries U.S. Travel Tips - 7 Tips for Travelers to the U.S. for a Safe Journey Optional Practical Training (OPT) for 29 Months: Are You Eligible? MAVNI Program: Direct US Citizenship without Permanent Resident Status Did You Know About the J-1 Umbrella Sponsor and its Advantages in Obtaining a J-1 Visa? More Articles... OUR SERVICES   Our Change of Status application service includes: Complete review of all your personal circumstances. Identification of important legal issues that may affect your Change of Status application. Accurate preparation of your Change of Status application. Submission of your Change of Status application to the proper government agencies. Online access to your case status. Unlimited personal communication with your own VisaPro immigration attorney. Low Flat Fee: $295 Start Now     1. Online Consultation Get a detailed, written opinion online in less than 3 business days from a licensed immigration attorney. Only $79! Consult Now 2. Telephone Consultation Get a one half-hour telephone consultation with a licensed immigration attorney. Only $75! Consult Now SEARCH VISAPRO CHECK VISA STATUS - Free FILLABLE USCIS FORMS Free Download IMMIGRATION NEWS March 20, 2010 PROCESSING TIMES ALERTS & NEWSLETTERS Receive latest immigration updates and free legal tips by e-mail. View Latest Newsletter. MESSAGE BOARDS RSS IMMIGRATION LAW FAQ 'HOW DO I?' ARTICLES IMMIGRATION DICTIONARY VISA PROCESS VIDEO LIBRARY

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