It is only possible if she spoke to the officer at the port of entry about
her intention to study. Otherwise she would have to leave the US and apply
for a F-1 visa and come back with it (that may be possible in canada or
mexico, even if she would have a bigger risk of denial than in home country)
"buddy80" wrote in message
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> Hi-
> I will appreciate if someone can provide me with this information. My
> sister is with me here on a tourist visa - B1/B2 and she has about 6
> months until her I-94 expires. During the time, I plan to apply for f1
> visas for her, by getting the necessary documentations such as Financial
> support, I-20 etc.
>
> I want to know whether a tourist can be here on B1/B2 visa and at the
> same time get an F1- visa.
>
> I understand that to obtain F1- visas, the person is suppose to reside
> in his or home country...what about converting from B1/B2 to F1 when the
> person is in the US.
>
> I appreciate any response.
>
> Thank You.
>
> Buddy80
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