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Hello, I will be entering USA in a b2 visa and this will be my second time there. I am thinking to join a community college there. I have not applied for the college yet. Should I declare in the immigration that I would be applying for college? Further both my elder siblings are here in Texas in TPS. I do not want to waste money by flying into and outside of USA. So, how can i get a f1 approval and increase my chances of getting a f1. thank you
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An individual entering the U. S. on a B-2 visa is not supposed to have a preconceived intent to change status to student. U.S.C.I.S. believes that anyone who attempts to do so within 30 days of entry presumptively had the intent prior to entry and will generally deny the applications. Those doing so between 30-60 days have a lesser presumption against them, and the presumption is generally lifted after 60 days. Due to the limitations of the Lawyers.com Forums, Alan Lee, Esq.'s (the "Firm") participation in responding to questions posted herein does not constitute legal advice, nor legal representation of the person or entity posting a question. No Attorney/Client relationship is or shall be construed to be created hereby. The information provided herein by the Firm is general, and requires that the poster obtain specific legal advice from an attorney. The poster shall not rely upon the information provided herein as legal advice nor as the basis for making any decisions of legal consequence.
Answered on Jun 25th, 2016 at 1:16 PM
You should declare your intention to explore colleges if asked about the purposes of your trip. You may seek a change of status while in the United States. You must time the change of status request properly so as to not have any issues starting classes. You can read more about student visa at http://myattorneyusa.com/student-visas.
Answered on Jun 16th, 2016 at 1:56 PM