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This form is used to request an I-20 in order to apply for F-1 status for admitted UW students currently studying in another visa category.

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How to fill out CHANGE OF STATUS: I-20 REQUEST FORM

1. Obtain the CHANGE OF STATUS: I-20 REQUEST FORM from the school's international office or website.
2. Fill in your personal information, including your full name, date of birth, and SEVIS ID number.
3. Specify the current visa status and the new visa status you are requesting.
4. Provide details about your intended program of study, including the program start date and duration.
5. Attach any required supporting documents, such as proof of financial support and a copy of your current I-20.
6. Review the completed form for accuracy, ensuring all fields are filled out correctly.
7. Submit the form along with any supporting documents to the appropriate department within your institution.

Who needs CHANGE OF STATUS: I-20 REQUEST FORM?

1. Students who are currently in the U.S. and wish to change their immigration status while continuing their studies.
2. International students who need to extend their stay in the U.S. for academic purposes.

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How do I change my status with USCIS?

Submit your Form I-539 application for an extension or change of status by mail or you can file online before the expiration date as shown on the admission stamp in your travel document on your Form I-94, Arrival-Departure Record.

Can I adjust my immigration status?

If you are currently in the United States on a nonimmigrant visa, you may be able to stay and apply for adjustment of status. This will allow you to become a permanent resident and get a Green Card. Before you can apply for adjustment of status, you or someone else must file an immigration petition for you.

How do I file an application for a change of nonimmigrant status?

File a Form I-539, "Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status," with USCIS. Not all nonimmigrant classifications are eligible to change to student status. Read the instructions carefully to ensure that your nonimmigrant classification is eligible for a change of status.

What is a change of status in the I-20?

A change of status is a change in one's primary purpose for being in the U.S. There are two ways to change one's immigration status to F-1. Travel and Re-entry: Leave the U.S., apply for an F-1 visa at a U.S. Consulate and re-enter the U.S. in the new status. An "Initial" I-20 is issued when changing status via travel.

How do I write a letter to USCIS regarding change of status?

Dear USCIS officer, I , < Your First and Last Name> am writing to respectfully request to be approved for a change of status to F-1. Indicate your current status and why you are applying for change your status to student status while remaining in the U.S.

How much does it cost to adjust status at USCIS?

U.S. Citizenship (Form N-400): Immigration BenefitForm(s)Current Fee (2025) Advance Parole (AP) I-131 $630 Adjustment of Status (standalone) I-485 $1440 Adjustment of Status (Under 14) I-485 $950 Marriage Green Card (w/ relative petition, EAD, AP) I-485, I-130, I-765, I-131 $30055 more rows

How to request an I20 form?

Newly admitted international students that have paid a deposit and completed all requirements in their admissions portal should request an I-20. The Office of Global Services (OGS) encourages you to submit your initial I-20 request as soon as possible because the visa process takes time.

How do I change my status on USCIS form?

Submit your Form I-539 application for an extension or change of status by mail or you can file online before the expiration date as shown on the admission stamp in your travel document on your Form I-94, Arrival-Departure Record.

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What is CHANGE OF STATUS: I-20 REQUEST FORM?

The CHANGE OF STATUS: I-20 REQUEST FORM is a document used by nonimmigrant students in the U.S. to request a change in their immigration status while maintaining their eligibility to study.

Who is required to file CHANGE OF STATUS: I-20 REQUEST FORM?

Students who wish to change their nonimmigrant status to another category while enrolled in a program of study in the U.S. are required to file the CHANGE OF STATUS: I-20 REQUEST FORM.

How to fill out CHANGE OF STATUS: I-20 REQUEST FORM?

To fill out the CHANGE OF STATUS: I-20 REQUEST FORM, students need to provide personal information, details about their current status, reasons for the status change, and any supporting documentation required.

What is the purpose of CHANGE OF STATUS: I-20 REQUEST FORM?

The purpose of the CHANGE OF STATUS: I-20 REQUEST FORM is to formally request the necessary documentation from the educational institution that supports a student’s application for a change in their immigration status.

What information must be reported on CHANGE OF STATUS: I-20 REQUEST FORM?

The CHANGE OF STATUS: I-20 REQUEST FORM must report personal identification information, current immigration status, proposed new status, reason for change, and any relevant biographical information.