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  1. #1
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    Default Change Status from J1 to F1

    My friend is currently an exchange student with J1 visa and she would like to stay in USA for her college study. I asked the school and the school suggested that she should change her status from J1 to F1. From the USCIS website, it sounds like she should file a I-539 but really I am not sure... I also heard that she may need to leave USA and apply in her country but she is not subject to the 2 year foreign residence requirement.

    Does she really need to change her status? If so, is I-539 the correct form and how long is the process usually?

    Thanks in advance!

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    Default Re: Change Status from J1 to F1

    Once she applies and is accepted to school (which requires that proof of financial ability to attend), the international student office at the school will assist her with the required documents and processing advice. Thet office is in the best position to assist her.

    She may be required to return home for stamping. There may be timing issues regarding the start of the program that can only be met by exiting and reentering.

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