Individuals on a B-1 or B-2 visa are not permitted to participate in academic studies while in the United States. If a B-1 or B-2 visa holder would like to study without departing the United States, they must acquire F-1 or M-1 status. B-1 and B-2 visa holders can file Form I-539, Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status with USCIS to change their current visa status to a student F-1 or M-1 visa. Prior to April 5th, 2017, I-539 forms would be readily approved as long

Ramirez v Brown in the Ninth Circuit established that TPS holders have ability to adjust their status under 245(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act. If an individual entered the United States without inspection, they will now fulfill the inspected and admitted or paroled requirement that was previously implemented. The Ramirez and Flores decisions will currently apply only to those whose recent travel to the United States was without inspection. Individuals who have bee