Change of status from h4 to f1 while GC process

[GAYU]

I have been holding H4 visa since 2010, it will expire in may 2014. I have plans of doing MS this spring 2014. My husband has started green card process. Now that I'm in my native country

1. Can I change from h4 to f1

2. If yes, are there any restrictions from where I should apply for university and visa change?

Please help?

[JoeF]

You can study just fine on H4.

[GAYU]

Thank you JoeF.

I would like to shift to F1 due to reasons like attending the univ internship, etc. So will I be able to get a F1 stamped? My husbands GC is going through labour processing. Waiting for your reply.

[pontevecchio]

Then get admission first and either get the F1 Visa first and come over, or change status if you are in the USA at that time.

[GAYU]

Thank you!

In the case of getting the f1 visa in my home country, can you list me the documents that I need to produce at the US conslate ? I did browse websites regarding this, but I couldn't get the list of documents needed specifically when changing from h4 to f1. Do help?

[pontevecchio]

look at www.travel.state.gov under visas and then student. All requirements are mentioned along with guidance. Check out USCIS site for I-539 Instructions.