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⇒ Student & Scholar Advising ⇒ Faculty, Staff, & Visitors ⇒ H-1B Employees ⇒ Changing Status

Changing Status

Just like H-1Bs, H-4s are eligible to change status to another non-immigrant status as long as they have been maintaining their legal status and are eligible for the new status.  There are two ways to change status: via form I-539, or by leaving the US and returning in the new status.  Before applying for a change of status, or taking action to change status, it is important to discuss this with an advisor at OIS as they can determine if there are any special issues concerning your specific situation.