How long does it take to change the status from J1 to F1 ? 4 Answers as of October 28, 2011

I'm on a J-1 Visa which is not under section (212 ) E. I want to join a language school, so I need to change my status from J-1 to F-1.

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Law Office of Eric Fisher | Eric Fisher
The form I-539 is used to seek a change of non-immigrant status. The form must be filed before the current status expires. USCIS reports the processing time for this form on its website.
Answer Applies to: Colorado
Replied: 10/11/2011
Joseph Law Firm
Joseph Law Firm | Jeff Joseph
Change of status applications are taking between 3 and 6 months.
Answer Applies to: Colorado
Replied: 10/11/2011
Reza Athari & Associates, PLLC
Reza Athari & Associates, PLLC | Reza Athari
The processing time is around 3 months
Answer Applies to: Nevada
Replied: 10/28/2011
Richard S. Kolomejec, Attorney at Law
Richard S. Kolomejec, Attorney at Law | Richard S. Kolomejec
This process usually takes a couple of months. But you can remain in the US and don't need to apply for a visa.
Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 10/11/2011
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