Going from a VWP to being an overstay and now applying for a B2 visa with the intent of switching it to a student visa [closed]

4 years ago i entered the US under the VWP and ended up overstaying by an extra 30 days. On my second visit I was almost denied entry but they told me the next time I want to visit I'll need to apply for a B2 visa. My question is: the next time I apply for a B2 visa and get it, can I change it to a student visa once I arrive?

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Best Answer

Yes, you can. Here's Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey instructions on doing so. I am sure your F-1 "provider" will have similar.

Edit: Here's USCIS of the same. It lists the categories that are not eligible for a change and B1/B2 is not among them and says you need to file a Form I-539.

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Can I get a US visa after overstaying?

Yes, you can apply for a green card if you overstayed a visa. You can apply to become a green card holder from inside the United States (known as an adjustment of status) or abroad (through consular processing).

Do I need a waiver if I overstayed my visa?

Automatic Visa Revocation After Overstay of Any LengthThere is no waiver or forgiveness for this. But if you did, in fact, submit an application to USCIS for a change or extension of status before the departure date, and USCIS eventually grants it, none of your overstay will count against you.

Can I apply for a B2 visa if I have an ESTA?

Even if you have a valid ESTA, if you apply for a visa and the application is denied, this is a changed circumstance that requires you to reapply for ESTA and the new ESTA application will likely be denied now that you have a B visa denial on record.

What happens if I overstayed my tourist visa in USA?

Visa overstays may be barred from returning to the U.S. for ten years or three years depending on the period of overstay or \u201cunlawful presence\u201d. Visa overstays may be restricted from applying for Extension of Stay or Change of Status. Visa overstays will have their existing visa automatically revoked or cancelled.

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