Dear all, I have a J2 visa, My husband has waived his 2 year rule.

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   Carl ShustermanPro

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   Answered February 03, 2013 15:52. You don't state why you cannot return to your country. Usually, obtaining a F-1 visa in your own country is your best alternative.
   
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   Brian SchmittPro

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   Answered February 06, 2013 07:51. Your husband’s waiver also waives your two-year foreign residence requirement (assuming you were a J-2 derivative from your husband’s J-1 and you were married at the time of the waiver application and grant). Under INA § 248(a)(3), you cannot change status (except to A or G), unless and until you obtain a waiver. (This also assumes that your husband did not come to the United States for graduate medical education). Now that it appears that you have a waiver, you should be able to change your status in the United States. You may want to consult with a lawyer experienced in J matters to properly nail down your options.
   
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   J Ferrari

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   Answered February 04, 2013 11:27. I agree with my colleague.

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