Knowledgeable Boston Immigration Attorney

At Foley Law Offices, P.C., we know that it is critical for students to stay current with all USCIS requirements to maintain their status as students in the US. Students may enter the US under several visa programs. They must maintain their student status, meet the conditions of their entry, and notify the USCIS of any changes of school or address. Most important, students must plan ahead if they wish to remain in the US after the end of their program of study. We can help students with their visa status—there are a number of options. If you are a student hoping to remain in the US, contact an immigration attorney knowledgeable about student visas. Call Foley Law Offices, P.C. at 1-888-973-6448.

Exploring Alternatives

At Foley Law Offices, P.C., we understand the visa programs available to students who wish to remain in the United States after graduation. The most popular programs are the OPT (F-1 visa) and the Academic Training program (J-1 visa). Not every program is suitable for each student, and our principal attorney, John Philip Foley, will review the possibilities with you. This conversation should take place as soon as possible, as coordinating the paperwork for the student visa programs can take some time.

Other adjustments in status that are available to everyone, not just students, may be a better option. Getting a green card, or permanent residency, through relatives, through the diversity lottery, or through a post-graduation employer, may provide better long-term security than the student-based programs. Again, time is critical if you believe you might wish to pursue permanent residency after graduation from a US college or university.

Act Now

Our law firm has seen first-hand the need for students who wish to adjust their status to act quickly. A few of our student clients have been denied permanent residency because they did not begin the process soon enough. Please contact an experienced student status adjustment lawyer at Foley Law Offices, P.C., to discuss your options. If you act quickly, and work with an experienced attorney, the possibility of remaining the US is much greater.

A Boston Massachusetts immigration lawyer focusing on all aspects of student visas