Change of Status to F-1

Step 1 - Consultation: Choose between a $50 Priority Consultation (faster booking, credited toward your fees) or Free Consultation (subject to availability).

Step 2 - Pay Retainer: After consultation, if you decide to proceed, pay the retainer to start your case: $150 (Regular), $200 (Premium), or $250 (Urgent). If you paid the $50 priority consultation, it's credited here!

Step 3 - Pay Balance: When your case is ready to file with USCIS, pay the remaining balance: $450 (Regular), $500 (Premium), or $700 (Urgent).

The retainer is non-refundable once we begin working on your case.

Priority Consultation ($50): Get faster booking with more available time slots. The $50 fee is 100% credited toward your service fees if you decide to proceed with Otips - it acts as a deposit for your future success!

Free Consultation: No upfront cost, but subject to availability. Wait times may be longer depending on our schedule.

Both consultations cover the same topics: we'll review your situation, eligibility, and create a personalized plan for your change of status.

Regular processing takes 4-6 months for USCIS to make a decision. If you need faster processing, premium processing ($1,965 additional USCIS fee) guarantees a decision within 30 business days. We'll help you track your case throughout the process.

It depends on your current status. B1/B2 visa holders cannot study until their Change of Status is approved. However, if you're on certain other visa types (like F-2 or H-4), you may be able to start studying once your program start date arrives and your application is pending. We'll advise you on your specific situation during consultation.

Yes, B1/B2 visitors can apply for Change of Status to F-1. However, it's important that you didn't enter with the intent to study. USCIS may scrutinize applications filed shortly after entry. We can help you navigate this.

As long as you filed your Change of Status application before your status expired, you're in a "period of authorized stay" while waiting for a decision. You can legally remain in the U.S. while your application is pending.

Generally, no. If you leave the U.S. while your Change of Status application is pending, it will be considered abandoned. You would need to apply for an F-1 visa at a U.S. embassy abroad instead.

Our service fee ($600-$950 depending on package) covers consultation, school admission support, I-539 preparation, document review, and ongoing support. The USCIS filing fee ($420 online or $470 paper) is a government fee paid directly to USCIS when you submit your application. Premium processing adds $1,965 to the USCIS fee for 30-day processing.

Regular ($600, $150 retainer): Full service with standard processing (4-6 months). Best for flexible timelines.

Premium ($700, $200 retainer): Includes premium processing preparation for 30-day USCIS decision (requires additional $1,965 gov fee). Priority support and expedited document review. Best for faster results.

Urgent ($950, $250 retainer): Same-day initiation, dedicated case manager, weekend/evening availability, rush service. Best for tight deadlines or expiring status.

If you're filing alone (no dependents), you can file online for $420. However, if you have co-applicants like a spouse or children who also need to change status, you must file by paper ($470). We'll guide you on the best option for your situation.