What happens if you are ACCEPTED into an Exchange Visitor Program? You will…
What happens if you are ACCEPTED into an Exchange Visitor Program?
You will be enrolled in the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) when you are accepted into the exchange visitor program you plan to take part in. Then, you will have to pay for the SEVIS I-901 Fee and a SEVIS-generated Certificate of Eligibility for Exchange Visitor Status (Form DS-2019) is given to you after your program sponsor enters your information into the SEVIS system.
What are the differences between a J1 and J2 Visa application?
The requirements are basically the same: a valid passport, SEVIS i-901 fee, insurance fee, the printed out DS-160 Form, the application fee receipt, a 2×2 photo of yourself, the DS-2019 Form, for the J1 Visa applicants the DS-7002 Form depending on which program they applied for and as for the J2 Visa the DS-7002 Form depending on which program their J1 Visa holder applied for, the I-94 document and the birth/marriage certificate.
What Forms do you need for the J1 Visa?
The Forms which J1 Visa Applicants need to fill and take with them in the interview with the American Embassy or Consulate are: The DS-160 Form, the DS-2019 Form and the DS-7002 if it is required based on the program the Visa applicant has chosen to participate in.
Sponsors are in charge of conducting the exchange visitor program overall. In more details they are also responsible for J1 Visa applicants to submit the required application documents, to monitor their participation in the program, to screen eligible hosts, to make sure the J1 Visa holders are eligible for certain exchange programs and more!
How to extend your Exchange Visa stay?
The responsible officer has the right to extend the program of a participant to its full regulatory period, that is to say, to the limit imposed by regulations specific to a type of program or to the designation of a program sponsor. The participant is issued with a new Form DS-2019 that represents the extension. For extraordinary or rare situations, extensions past the full length of the program are approved under some program types, with the approval of the Department of State. In order to receive approval for such extensions, the responsible officer must send an electronic request explaining the petition and, on behalf of the participant, provide the Department of State with supporting documents.
What are the differences between a J1 and F1 Visa?
Both Visas are great opportunities for international students to further develop their abilities. The F1 Visas are more suitable for students who wish to finish a degree and the J1 Visas are suitable for students, researchers, trainees and more who want to develop their skills and gain experience in the United States. They also differ in funding, requirements, on and off campus working. With a J1 Visa you can only work for the organization you applied to and with the F1 Visa you can work part-time on and off campus!
What can YOU benefit from going to the US as an Exchange visitor?
The US is known for its variety, and is the ideal location for those looking to advance their career. Through its flexible research methods, it will not only provide you with experience, it will also open up a wide range of career opportunities for you. Universities in the USA offer multiple internship programs, so studying or completing an internship there will allow your professional career to flourish.
How long can you stay in the US with the J1/J2 Visa?
The length of time you will stay in the U.S. under your J-1 visa depends on your particular program, but, except under some cases, the limit can be seven years. As for the holders of the J2 visa, the length of the visa varies, since the holders of the J2 visa are permitted to remain for the same length as the holders of the J1 exchange visa. So, if their program is going to last two years, then the holder of the J2 can stay for the full term of two years or less.
