Background..
I received a J-1 Visa internship and arrived in U.S. in February of 2009. The duration of the program stipulates 1 year of employment in the state of Virginia (ends 2/1/2010) and I am not subject to the two year resident requirement.
Dilemma
I worked in Virginia from 2/1 to 4/15 and quit the job to move to New Jersey. It is/was my intent to apply for an F-1 visa, however I’m not sure if I am eligible for it? Am I? The move took longer than I expected and from 4/20 to 7/25 I have been searching for a school/new living arrangements.
The twist…
During the time when I was moving to New Jersey I received a letter back in my home country stating that I have been selected in the diversity visa drawing. I would love to have the chance to receive a green card and apply for the diversity visa, however my understanding is that I have to be in good status to apply and I’m not sure if I am in status as of now? I want to do anything possible to reinstate my status, if I am out of one now without returning to my home country. Can someone present different options?
I am open to any visa type, or other option.
Please help.
Thanks
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