Hello.
So I currently have an F-1 visa for a Ph.D. program but want to withdraw or take a leave of absence (longer than 5 months) from my studies and join my wife in the US (who has an F-1 visa) with an F-2 visa. I contacted the embassy and they said that I can have either an F-1 or F-2 visa in my passport (holding two visas of the same F class is not allowed) and during the interview for the F-2 visa, my F-1 visa will be canceled.
I am wondering what you think if there is going to be any issue regarding my change from F-1 to F-2 given that the reason for this change is that I did not find the school program very useful and match align with my future plans and that is the main reason I am changing from F-1 to F-2. Do you think there will be any complications now or in the future?
What do you think is the chance of me getting an F-2? And if I am refused, do you think they will also cancel my F-1 visa?
Thank you.
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