What are the differences between a J1 and F1 Visa? Both Visas are…
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 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 should YOU do before applying for the J1 Visa?
Before applying for the J1 Visa at the US Embassy or Consulate, you must first apply for and be accepted into an exchange visitor program through a designated sponsoring organization. After that you need to check the validity of your passport, gather all the required documents and schedule an interview with the Embassy/Consulate.
What Forms do you need for the J2 Visa?
When it comes to the J2 Visa Applicants, the Forms that they need are similar to the J1 Visa Applicants because they are applying to be their dependents. The required Forms are: the DS-160 Form, your J1 Visa holders’ DS-2019 Form and if the J1 Visa holder has a DS-7002 Form based on their program choice then that too. Keep in mind that you also need to bring with you a birth certificate if you are the child of the J1 Visa holder or a marriage certificate if you are their spouse!
Who applies for the J1/J2 Visa the most?
J1/J2 Visa applicants come from all around the world, hence why this type of Visa is so popular. With around 300,000 exchange visitors every year, most applicants for the J1 Visa come from China (with 40,000 applicants), Great Britain (with 20,000) and Germany (with 19,000).
Can J1 Visa holders switch to other categories?
J1 Visa holders can change/switch to another category if they wish but in order to do that they must switch to a category related to their purpose of their visit and the switch must be necessary due to the circumstances.
Can A J2 visa be rejected?
The U.S. Embassy/Consulate will decide if the family has sufficient funds to cover living expenses in the U.S. when family members apply for J-2 visas. The J-2 visa could be refused if the consular officer has a reason to suspect that a prospective J-2 dependent has a previous intention of working in the U.S. to provide financial support.
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.
