Student & Visitor Visas.

Legal Support for Temporary Stays with Purpose

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Short-term visa classifications play a vital role in international education, cultural exchange, and tourism. At ABELL AUCTION COMPANY, we provide accurate and professional assistance for individuals seeking to lawfully enter or remain in the United States on a temporary basis.

We offer immigration counsel to prospective students, visiting scholars, exchange participants, and travelers navigating the intricacies of the U.S. non-immigrant visa system.

F-1 Visa (Academic Students)

  • Preparation of DS-160 and support documents

  • Review of Form I-20 and SEVIS compliance

  • Guidance on maintaining F-1 status

  • Counseling on Optional Practical Training (OPT) and Curricular Practical Training (CPT)

J-1 Visa (Exchange Visitors)

  • Program eligibility and documentation support

  • Two-year foreign residency requirement guidance

  • Waiver applications for J-1 return rule, if applicable

Change of Status to Student

  • Filing Form I-539 to change from B-2 to F-1

  • Timing and SEVIS coordination

  • Risk advisories and travel impact assessment

B-1 Visa (Business Visitors)

  • Legal consultation on acceptable B-1 activities

  • Invitation letter preparation and supporting evidence

B-2 Visa (Tourists and Medical Visitors)

  • DS-160 preparation and interview coaching

  • Documentation of non-immigrant intent and financial support

  • Visa extension and overstay mitigation strategies

  • High RFE/denial prevention through accurate filings

  • Consular interview support and embassy correspondence

  • Guidance on maintaining legal status and avoiding pitfalls

  • Special focus on compliance and long-term immigration strategy

 

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