Re: A question about chnaging to an F-1 visa fom visit visa


crg14624 wrote:
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> Unless she was admitted to the US as a B2 "prospective student" meaning
> she indicated to the consulate or officer at the border that she was
> visiting to look at schools then she will most likely be required to
> depart the country to seek an F-1 visa from the consulate. They frown
> on the visitor who magically plans to study upon arrival. The
> government believes it is usually a deceitful, and dishonest scam to
> remain in the country and is often used by intending immigrants. The
> government would probably be correct in your brother's case.

Well..she did and does have intention to study but I don't know whether
anyone guided her to inform about her intention to check school at the
embassy. Frankly, my brother doesn't know that much about these
immigration rules. My sister throws money for him to show bank
statement and other necessary documents showing to get visa.

> Even if
> she obtains a SEVIS I-20 from the school, she cannot attend until
> authorized by the government.

So, basically, it would be best if she goes out and seek F-1, right?

She has good English skills (she has graduated with Math major) and has
been working for a major jewelry company back home and has made several
trips to Thailand sent by her company. Both she and my brother are good
with precious stones - my brother used to trade those independnently
back home. My brohter has no intention of living in this country
permanently. They would probably find a way to import those stuff to
US in the far future.

Thanks.


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