https://verdinlaw.com/can-i-change-st... Call 214-741-1700 VERDIN Law E Visa Solutions, Dallas TX, Plano TX and the U.S. | Short Answer: Yes. HOWEVER, this strategy requires careful long-term planning. It is strongly recommended to work with a Board Certified Immigration Attorney experienced on E2 and F1 visas - in advance of the F1 Visa expiration date.  Upon conclusion of academic studies on an F1 visa status, a foreign national may seek to change status from F1 Student Visa to E2 investor visa. USCIS will allow the change of status if the foreign national *meets all of the criteria* for the E2 Visa.  E Visa Business Opportunities VERDIN’s business and investor group provides help to clients wanting to establish and/or expand their business operations in the United States. We have helped clients in multiple industries to include: international trade, professional services, IT, real estate, restaurants and hospitality, technology, beauty and fashion, retail and services.   VERDIN represents clients in business planning and E visa matters involving real estate ventures, technology start-ups, business acquisitions, or new business formations. Our team is especially focused on forming a strategic relationship with our clients to aid them to succeed in the early planning stages. Many of our clients retain us at early stage planning to maximize opportunities for success.   E Visa Business Planning  VERDIN provides international clients strategic advice on starting and operating a new venture to secure immigration benefits. We address preliminary business planning to include business modeling, legal entity selection, business plan preparation and revision; and business document preparation for incorporations and owner agreements.   We are experienced in handling complex E2 investor cases. We routinely deal with US Citizenship and Immigration Services, US embassies and consulates around the world to help our clients achieve their investor visas. Questions? Call 214-741-1700.