Legal Services
Change of Status (COS)
Legal Consultation is free for ALI Students
Change of Status to F-1 (Visa required for acceptance into ALI)
- B-1/B-2 → F-1/F-2
- F-1/F-2 → F-2/F-1
- Etc.
Names of Visa Explained
COS Process
Submit all original documents to ALI. ALI will issue an I-20
LLG will submit all paperwork to USCIS (Average wait time is 8-11 months, but will depend on processing times)
If and when USCIS approves the requested Change of Status, LLG will notify the student.
Students will be eligible to start the coming trimester, and can schedule a placement exam with an advisor.
Permanent Residency (Green Card)
- Green Card through Employment
- Green Card through Marriage
- Green Card Renewal
Benefits of Permanent Residency
- May live in the U.S. permanently
- No prior approval for employment
- No visa requirement for travel
- May obtain U.S. citizenship
- May petition for relatives to enter the U.S
U.S. Citizenship Through Naturalization
- N-400 Naturalization Application
- Preparation for Citizenship Interview
Benefits of US Citizenship
- May sponsor family for Permanent Residency (Green Cards)
- May vote in local, state, and federal elections
- May be eligible for federal employment or benefits
- No length restriction for travel
- Travel with a U.S. Passport
Contact Leigh’s Law Group (LLG) to set up an appointment today:
ALI partners with Leigh Law Group (LLG) to give students and clients
the legal advice they need regarding visa issues and other immigration matters.
the legal advice they need regarding visa issues and other immigration matters.
Shawn Leigh, Lawyer
Tel: 972-243-4118
Email: Legalassistant@alidallas.com
