Can you work in the US with a J2 Visa? J-2 visa holders…
Can you work in the US with a J2 Visa?
J-2 visa holders are eligible to work in the United States as long as they receive a U.S. EAD (Employment Authorization Document) passport. EAD cards are currently being processed for up to 90 to 120 days.
How many Exchange Visitor Visa holders are in the US?
Via the J1 Exchange Visitor Program each year, about 300,000 foreign tourists from 200 countries and territories come to the U.S. The highest number of exchange guests (35,000) is actually hosted by California, followed by New York (30,000) and Florida (15,000). J1 Visa holders mainly come from: China (40,000), Great Britain (20,000) and Germany (20,000).
First, make sure you get all the documents you need for the interview (the most important one being the DS Forms). Second, most embassies or consulates ask the same questions so make sure before your appointment to rehearse what you want to say in order not to get suck and third, don’t forget to mention that you want to go back to your home country after you graduate and keep your answer short but clear!
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!
Will finishing an internship in the U.S. help you find a JOB?
The completion of a US internship as a foreign student opens up so many doors for career development. Universities in the United States support their students / interns by giving them jobs at the university, or even better by helping them make connections whilst completing their internship, in order to give them more career options to pick from.
Required additional documents for the J1 Visa?
The American Embassy or Consulate is allowed to ask for additional information even if you have all the required documents in your interview. When it comes to Exchange Visitor Visa Applicants, they ask for: evidence of the reason why you are traveling to the U.S., the purpose of departing the U.S. after the trip and financial proof that you can cover up all your costs during the trip!
When can you work in the US as a J2 dependent?
If a J2 dependent after arriving in the US wants to work in order to support themselves then they can apply for the work authorization. If it is approved, then the USCIS is going to issue an EAD (Employment Authorization Document). EAD works as evidence of your work authorization and the J2 dependent can work only after receiving it.
What documents do you need for the J1 Visa?
For the J1 Visa you need these documents: 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, DS-2019 Form, the DS-7002 Form depending on which program you applied for.
