E2 Visa Strategy: Visa Status Change from F1 to E2
Why Change Visa Status from F1 to E2?
Is it possible to change the status of an F1 student visa
to an E2 business visa?
The short answer is Yes.
ICE News Release, July 6, 2020
SEVP modifies temporary exemptions for nonimmigrant students taking online courses during fall 2020 semester
WASHINGTON – The Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) announced modifications Monday to temporary exemptions for nonimmigrant students taking online classes due to the pandemic for the fall 2020 semester. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security plans to publish the procedures and responsibilities in the Federal Register as a Temporary Final Rule.
Fall 2020 Semester:
Nonimmigrant F-1 and M-1 students attending schools operating entirely online
may not take a full online course load and remain in the United States.
E2 Visa Strategy
In order to stay and work in the U.S. – an E2 Visa strategy can be used. The E2 Visa for business entrepreneurs does not have caps or limitations on number of visas issued.
HOWEVER, this E2 visa status change strategy requires careful planning. It is strongly recommended to work with an attorney who is Board Certified Attorney in Immigration and Nationality Law.
Need More Information and Assistance Regarding Your Specific Situation?
F-1 Student Visa
The F-1 Visa (Academic Student) allows you to enter the United States as a full-time student at an accredited college, university, seminary, conservatory, academic high school, elementary school, or other academic institution or in a language training program. You must be enrolled in a program or course of study that culminates in a degree, diploma, or certificate and your school must be authorized by the U.S. government to accept international students.
About Student Visas
From Travel.State.Gov – https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/study/student-visa.html
Generally, a citizen of a foreign country who wishes to enter the United States must first obtain a visa, either a nonimmigrant visa for temporary stay, or an immigrant visa for permanent residence. You must have a student visa to study in the United States. Your course of study and the type of school you plan to attend determine whether you need an F visa or an M visa.
Fall 2020
Nonimmigrant F-1 and M-1 students attending schools operating entirely online
may not take a full online course load and remain in the United States.
E2 Visa Business Planning
VERDIN provides international clients strategic advice on starting and operating a new venture to secure immigration benefits. We address preliminary business planning to include business modeling, legal entity selection, business plan preparation and revision; and business document preparation for incorporations and owner agreements.
We are experienced in handling complex E2 investor cases. We routinely deal with US Citizenship and Immigration Services, US embassies and consulates around the world to help our clients achieve their investor visas. We develop strategies to effectively navigate the statutory and regulatory requirements. Equally important, we stay informed on changes related to policies and procedures affecting our client’s investor cases.
In addition, we assist E2 designated businesses petition for foreign employees with special qualifications that are essential for the business.
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Immigration Questions? Please Contact VERDIN Law
Dallas Immigration Lawyer
Isaul Verdin has extensive experience advising multinational companies and entrepreneurs on complex US immigration matters involving investments.Mr. Verdin advises companies on structuring entities, acquisitions, and strategic expansion to satisfy US immigration E-1, E2, L1A, L1B, or EB-1 objectives in a variety of fields.
These business opportunities include real estate, aviation, technology, manufacturing, retail, luxury goods, and professional services. Isaul Verdin works with family immigration law matters and litigates deportation defense matters throughout the US.
He has testified as an expert in federal criminal cases; as well as giving testimony in state bar grievance cases.
Mr. Verdin served as a Captain in the U.S. Army and received the Meritorious Service Medal. And he has served as a Special Assistant United States Attorney prosecuting federal criminal cases.
Since its inception, VERDIN has gained a reputation for prevailing in even the most complicated immigration matters.
“As a Board Certified, Immigration Lawyer (Texas Board of Legal Specialization) with over 17 years of experience, my passion is immigration law. We will listen to your concerns, answer all your questions, and expertly guide you through your immigration process.” ~ Isaul VERDIN, Founder and Managing Attorney
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