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Q121 L1/L2 Visa 676

What is the processing time for L1 visa?

L1 processing time varies:USCIS petition: 2-4 months (regular) or 15 days (premium processing - $2,500)Consulate process...

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Q122 F-1/F-2 Visa 911

Can F-2 dependents work in the U.S.?

No, F-2 dependents cannot work in the U.S.:F-2 spouses and children are not authorized to workF-2 children can attend sc...

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Q123 F-1/F-2 Visa 1,862

What is the grace period after F-1 program ends?

After F-1 program ends, you have a 60-day grace period to:Prepare to depart the U.S.Transfer to another schoolChange to...

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Q124 F-1/F-2 Visa 721

Can I study part-time on F-1 visa?

Generally no, F-1 requires full-time enrollment:Undergraduates: Minimum 12 credit hours per semesterGraduates: Minimum 9...

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Q125 F-1/F-2 Visa 1,136

What happens if I fail to maintain F-1 status?

If you fail to maintain F-1 status:Your F-1 status is terminatedYou become out of status (unlawful presence)Must leave U...

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Q126 F-1/F-2 Visa 774

Can I bring my family on F-1 visa?

Yes, your spouse and children can come on F-2 visa:Each family member needs separate F-2 visaF-2 dependents can live wit...

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Q127 F-1/F-2 Visa 1,942

What is the difference between F-1 and M-1 visa?

F-1 Visa (Academic Student):For academic programs (universities, colleges, high schools)Can work on OPT after graduation...

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Q128 F-1/F-2 Visa 1,133

Can I transfer from one school to another on F-1?

Yes, you can transfer schools on F-1:Must be accepted to new schoolNew school issues new I-20Must transfer SEVIS record...

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Q129 F-1/F-2 Visa 991

What is SEVIS and why is it important?

SEVIS (Student and Exchange Visitor Information System) tracks F-1 students:Maintains electronic records of all F-1 stud...

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Q130 F-1/F-2 Visa 1,997

Can I work on-campus while on F-1?

Yes, F-1 students can work on-campus:Up to 20 hours/week during school termFull-time during breaks (summer, winter)Must...

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Q131 F-1/F-2 Visa 1,774

What is the difference between I-20 and F-1 visa?

I-20 (Certificate of Eligibility):Document issued by school (DSO)Shows you're eligible for F-1 statusRequired for F-1 vi...

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Q132 H4/H4 EAD 1,030

How do I apply for H4 EAD?

To apply for H4 EAD:File Form I-765 (Application for Employment Authorization)Must be eligible (H-1B spouse has approved...

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Q133 H4/H4 EAD 1,944

Can H4 children work?

No, H4 children cannot work in the U.S.:H4 children can attend schoolH4 children cannot get EAD (only H4 spouses are eli...

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Q134 H4/H4 EAD 952

What happens if H4 EAD expires?

If H4 EAD expires:You must stop working immediatelyCan renew EAD if still eligible (file I-765 before expiration)Can con...

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Q135 H4/H4 EAD 1,434

Can I work for any employer with H4 EAD?

Yes, H4 EAD allows you to work for any employer:Not tied to specific employer (unlike H-1B)Can work full-time or part-ti...

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