Q: I am now a F-1 student. My wife is permanent resident of the U.S. She applied for permanent residence for me, and this petition(I-130) was approved in October 2001(category F-2A). I know I need to wait several more years to get the visa. I am wondering, as a candidate of permanent resident, can I get a temporary working permit?

A: The answer to this question is no. In you present situation you may be able to change your status to another visa category. You may be possibly eligible to apply for a V visa, but once again your situation (because of the F-1) makes it difficult for me to give you a specific answer without first reviewing all your documents and consulting with you.