How long does reconsideration take after a change-of-status denial, and can my prior F-1 status be restored?
Hello, I had been on F-1 and recently filed to change to E-2 small-business investor status.
My F-1 ended in the meantime, and my E-2 was also denied. I’ve heard I can’t appeal but can file a motion — I’d like to know roughly how long that takes.
Also, would it be possible to restore my F-1 status?
Reconsideration typically takes about 1 to 3 months to receive a result. And in your current situation, restoring student status isn’t possible. If you filed E-2 with premium processing and your I-20 is still valid, there may be room to discuss options.