Change Your Status from B2 to F-1 — Stay and Study in the U.S. Legally

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Currently in the U.S. on a tourist visa?

You may be able to change to F-1 status without leaving the country.

Get expert guidance, fast I-20 processing, and a clear path to maintaining your status

If you are on a B1/B2 visa, timing is critical.

You must:

  • Apply before your stay expires
  • Avoid gaps in status
  • Follow USCIS rules carefully

Mistakes can lead to denial or future visa issues

Many students wait too long — don’t risk your status.

✅ Can You Change from B2 to F-1?

Yes — many students successfully change status inside the U.S.

To do it correctly, you must:

  • Maintain valid B1/B2 status
  • Get accepted by a SEVP-certified school
  • Receive an I-20
  • File Form I-539

This is an official process — but must be done correctly

🎯 Why Students Choose Us

Why Choose AF International School of Languages

AF International School of Languages is a SEVP-certified school authorized to issue Form I-20 for eligible students.

We support you with:

I-20 issuance for eligible applicants
Clear guidance on required school enrollment documents
Step-by-step explanation of the enrollment process
Information on maintaining F-1 student status requirements
Flexible monthly start dates for fast enrollment

We have experience supporting many students already in the U.S. with their educational transition

🧭 Step-by-Step Process

Step 1 — Contact Admissions
Step 2 — Submit Documents
Step 3 — Receive I-20
Step 4 — File Change of Status (I-539)
Step 5 — Maintain status while pending

We guide you through each step

Common Mistakes

Waiting until status is about to expire
Traveling while application is pending
Choosing a non-SEVP school
Not understanding timeline

These mistakes can cause denial

📍 Location Change Advantage

Study in Pasadena (Los Angeles Area):

  • Close to Caltech, NASA JPL, and ArtCenter — surrounded by top academic and research institutions
  • Safe, high-quality environment with a perfect balance of city access and peaceful living
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Or choose Thousand Oaks:

    • Quiet, upscale community with excellent safety and quality of life
    • Ideal setting for focused study and a more relaxed, distraction-free lifestyle
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Disclaimer

AF International School of Languages is a SEVP-certified institution authorized to issue Form I-20 for eligible students. We provide school enrollment support and general information only. We do not provide legal or immigration advice. For immigration-related matters, please consult a qualified immigration attorney. Approval of any application or change of status is determined solely by U.S. government authorities.