J-1 Visa information!
J-1 Non-Immigrant Visa
The J-1 visa falls under the Exchange Visitor (J) non-immigrant visa classification, created for individuals authorized to take part in work and study-oriented exchange visitor programs. The participants have a crucial role in the program's success. Here, you can access additional details about acquiring the J-1 Visa and other related visas
Program
What is J-2 Visa
The J-2 Visa is a non-immigrant visa issued by a consular official at a U.S. embassy or consulate. It is specifically intended for the spouses and dependents (unmarried children under the age of 21) of J-1 exchange visitors. This visa allows them to accompany or later join the J-1 holder in the United States
Who qualifies?
Qualification for a J-2 Visa is determined by the particular exchange program provided to the J-1 non-immigrant by an endorsing organization. J-2 Visas are not allowed for exchange categories such as au pair, camp counselor, secondary school student, and summer work travel. Furthermore, while certain categories permit spouses and/or dependents to accompany a J-1 Visa holder, particular programs do not
Eligibility
1. English Language Proficiency
2. Insurance
3. Pre-Arrival Information
4. Orientation
5. Monitoring
Fees
1. Program Fees
2. SEVIS Fee
3. Visa Fees
4. Processing fee
Required Documentation
When applying, each visa applicant must submit to the U.S. Embassy or Consulate the following:
- DS 2019, Certificate of Eligibility for Exchange Visitor Status. A SEVIS-generated Form,
- A Training/Internship Placement Plan, Form DS-7002.
- Online Nonimmigrant Visa Electronic Application, Form DS-160. Visit the
- A passport valid for travel to the U.S. and with a validity date of at least six months beyond the applicant's intended period of stay in the U.S.
- One (1) 2x2 photograph. With a blank white background
- Applicants are required to demonstrate to the consular officer that they possess compelling ties to a permanent residence in a foreign country, which they have no intention of relinquishing, and that their visit to the U.S. is temporary. It is not feasible to prescribe the specific form that the evidence should take, as applicants' circumstances vary significantly