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Vocational Studies Visa: (M1, M2)

According to the Immigration and Nationality Act, M1 Visas are designed
for persons from abroad wanting to study in the United States for the
“purpose of pursuing a full course of study at an established vocational
or other recognized nonacademic institution (other than in a language
training program) in the United States.” M Visas are available for the
duration of the vocational program.

Eligible M1 Visa Applicants

M1 Visas are appropriate for the following persons:

Persons from overseas wanting to participate full time in a vocational
studies course such as a technical or trades program;
Persons from overseas wanting to study at community or junior
colleges, vocational high schools, or other educational institutions.

M2 Visas (Accompanying Relatives of M1 Visa Holders)

M2 Visas are available for Spouses and Unmarried Children under the
age of 21 of M1 Holders. M2 Visa Holders are not permitted to work.

Examples of M1 Applicants Gerald Cipolla & Associates Can Assist

Gerald Cipolla & Associates can advise you on your student, training,
and work plans. Navigating through the voluminous and detailed
immigration laws is a difficult task and requires a skilled attorney to help
you establish a lawful and sound immigration strategy. In addition to
advising you on your immigration and student plans, Gerald Cipolla &
Associates can also help you in filing your student visa documents. In
particular, Gerald Cipolla & Associates can assist you with immigration
issues relating to the following:

Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS);
Issuing Certificates of Eligibility;
Advising the Designated School Official (DSO);
Changing Non-Immigrant Status;
Advising and Applying For Initial Enrollment;
Advising on Vacations and travel outside the United States;
Advancement to a New Academic Level;
Revalidation of A Student Visa;
Extensions of stay;
Transfer of school or educational institution
Employment (including internships, Curricular Practical Training,
Optional Practical Training, and off-campus employment based on
severe economic hardship)

Cipolla & Pelud P.C. can advise you on your student, training,
and work plans. Navigating through the voluminous and detailed
immigration laws is a difficult task and requires a skilled attorney to help
you establish a lawful and sound immigration strategy. In addition to
advising you on your immigration and student plans, Cipolla & Pelud P.C.
can also help you in filing your student visa documents.

Contact Cipolla & Pelud P.C. today for a consultation.

Legal Notice

Cipolla & Pelud P.C. is a Chicago, US based law firm specializing in immigration law along with protecting and asserting the rights of immigrants in areas beyond immigration law. Immigration law is federal in nature.
Cipolla & Pelud P.C. does not claim expertise in the laws of states or countries other than where our attorneys are licensed. Cipolla & Pelud P.C. retains clients only after following specifically stated immigration
consultation procedures. The information contained on this website is intended to provide general education to its users and is not intended to provide solutions to specific problems, facts, or cases. Users of this website
are not encouraged to resolve individual immigration issues on the basis of information contained herein and are strongly advised to contact an immigration lawyer. Please contact Cipolla & Pelud P.C. so that we
may consult with you based on your specific immigration issue or other legal issue.

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