Attending School as a Tourist: What B-1/B-2 Visa Holders Should Know Before Enrolling at a School in
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