The program dates listed on your Form DS-2019 (item 3) reflect the allotted length of your J-1 program. If you will not complete your degree requirements by the end date indicated on your DS-2019, you ...

Certain J-1 exchange visitors are required to spend two years in their home country at the end of their J-1 program. J-1 exchange visitors subject to this requirement cannot apply for H, L, or ...

Here’s another edition of “Ask Sophie,” the advice column that answers immigration-related questions about working at technology companies. “Your questions are vital to the spread of knowledge that ...

The J-1 Exchange Visitor visa may be used for scholars who come to campus to teach, lecture, observe, consult, or conduct research. Some basic eligibility requirements are as follows: Professor: A ...

If a J-1 exchange visitor needs more time than given on the initial DS-2019, an extension can be requested here. Please note that the J-1 Program Regulations require the J-1 Exchange Visitor’s ...

In what some might consider a parting gift from the Biden administration, the U.S. Department of State revised the J-1 Exchange Visitor Skills List, resulting in removal of foreign nationals from more ...

Immigration regulations require J-1 exchange visitors and accompanying J-2 dependents to maintain comprehensive medical insurance with evacuation and repatriation coverage that meets U.S. government ...

Academic Training (AT) is an off-campus training opportunity available to eligible students in J-1 status to gain practical experience in their major field of study. Academic Training is authorized by ...

Maintain a valid/unexpired passport for yourself and all J-2 dependents (if any). Contact your embassy 6 months prior to the expiration date to renew. Request a Program Extension if you will not ...

The primary purpose of the Exchange Visitor Program is to foster the exchange of ideas between the United States and other countries and to stimulate international collaborative teaching and research ...

The J-1 Exchange Visitor Program exists to promote the exchange of international scholars and students in the US. “Bars" to repeat participation exist within the regulations of the J-1 Exchange ...