Apple pie
Jul 7, 2023
Student visa
Hi!
I’m holding Student Visa (F1) and attending college.
I’m wondering if I should maintain F1 visa while I’m waiting for the green card….because full time student has to take 12 credits which is hard to do as I have a full time job( I got work permit last month).
thank you
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G MJul 7, 2023
Last time I checked, If your Spouse is a Citizen, you do not have to. But if its LPR, you will have to maintain your status until the time of approval.
Ana BJul 7, 2023
you don’t have to if your spouse is a citizen, but it’s beneficial in case you get denied - you’d fall back into the F1 status
power of prayer 🙏🏾Jul 7, 2023
my spouse is a usc and have been waiting for my GC over a year after interview. I have a valid f1 visa and I was advised to maintain that until I get approved. always a good practice then to risk it. I didn’t apply for work permit at all
Fazzy OhJul 7, 2023
If your work permit approval is based on your pending I-485, you lose your F1 status the moment you work with your adjustment of status EAD (work permit). So it doesn't matter if you take 12 credits, 15 credits or 3 credits. You will no longer be in F1 status.
