Hi, my wife has received a J1 visa and as her dependent I will be having a J2 visa. I want to know, if I come to US on a J2 visa and then get a post which offers me a J1 status, then can I convert my status from J2 to J1 within US. We both are subjected to the two year home residency rule. Also, if the transfer of visa status is possible under these conditions, what is the time limit within which I can apply for the same. I will be thankful if someone kindly gives some information on the above.