Approved

H-4 Spouse Overturns an F-1 Denial to Start a Finance Master's

3 months ago

I-539 Visa
No RFE
I-539Visa

Case Summary.

Carla Caballero helped an H-4 dependent spouse change status to F-1 with an approved I-539 so she could begin a master's degree in finance at a U.S. university. The case had to overcome a prior consular F-1 denial for presumed immigrant intent, and was supported by evidence of home-country ties, financial self-sufficiency, and a carefully drafted statement of purpose.

Lead Attorney.

Carla Caballero

Carla Caballero

Immigration Lawyer Co-Counsel to Manifest Law

Carla Caballero is an experienced immigration attorney dedicated to helping individuals, families, and businesses navigate the complexities of U.S. immigration law. She is a co-counsel to Manifest Law—a new kind of immigration law firm. Before founding her practice, Carla worked at a leading global immigration firm, where she advised multinational corporations across industries including pharmaceuticals, telecommunications, semiconductors, management consulting, and finance.

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