Change of status is providing permission to foreign nationals holding a nonimmigrant visa in the U.S. to change status to another nonimmigrant category. So if you were lawfully admitted into the U.S. with a temporary visa, and have not been convicted of a crime during your stay in the country, you can apply to change your visa status so long as your temporary status is valid. You are eligible for change of status not only if you have lawfully entered into the U.S. but you should keep in mind that your nonimmigrant visa status has to remain valid. There are some visa categories that do not allow you this change of status. They are Transit visa, Crewman visa, Fiancee visa and Informant visa.

You may easily apply for a change of status if you are temporary workers on H, L, O, P, Q or R visa, representatives of foreign media on I visa., exchange visitors on J-1 visa, diplomatic and other government officials etc.

The lawyers of Family Legal Help.net can advise you of any and all restrictions. Our office can assist you in completing your application with the correct documentation while explaining your options if you are denied a change.