I-539

[annapolise]

Hi all,

please help with I-539 Application to Extend/Change nonimmigrant status

 

if i am in B1/B2 wish to change to H1B how i should answer part2

 

applicaton type

1. I am applying for

a.an extension of stay in my current status.

b.a change of status, the new status i am requesting is>______

c.other ( describe grounds of eligibility)__________

 

i was going to fill in b, a change of status, but there are only 5 options i can choose from B-1A,B,C,D, OR B-1

 

i think i should fill in c.other then say employment H-1B

 

Any ideas??

thanks a lot

wendy

[Randy W]

Hi all,

please help with I-539 Application to Extend/Change nonimmigrant status

 

if i am in B1/B2 wish to change to H1B how i should answer part2

 

applicaton type

1. I am applying for

a.an extension of stay in my current status.

b.a change of status, the new status i am requesting is>______

c.other ( describe grounds of eligibility)__________

 

i was going to fill in b, a change of status, but there are only 5 options i can choose from B-1A,B,C,D, OR B-1

 

i think i should fill in c.other then say employment H-1B

 

Any ideas??

thanks a lot

wendy

 

No - I think you DO NOT change status from B1/B2 to H1B. I think your sponsoring employer would handle the application for a work visa.

 

Form I-539:

Application To Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status

 

Purpose of Form :

For nonimmigrants to request extensions of stay or changes from one nonimmigrant category to another nonimmigrant category. Please see the form¡¯s instructions for your specific nonimmigrant visa category. It is used by F and M nonimmigrants seeking reinstatement of status. It is also used by K-3/4 nonimmigrants to request extensions of stay and by persons seeking V nonimmigrant status while in the United States or extension of stay as a V nonimmigrant.

Does this make sense?

[annapolise]

H,

thanks and yes i do need I-539, which i have been told by USCIS officer.

I-539 and I-129 together to may to H-1B CAP service center

and i did ready I-529 it says B visitors may file this form to extend or change of status.

well i would still need the answer to my question though

thanks a lot.