What are the BENEFITS of the J1 Visa? The J1 Visa is a…

What are the BENEFITS of the J1 Visa?

The J1 Visa is a different kind of nonimmigrant Visa with many benefits. Not only does it allow employment to their dependents (J2 Visa holders), it also lasts longer than the usual nonimmigrant Visas, it allows you to find job opportunities and switch to another host/sponsor if they see fit.

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.

Differences between a J1 and J2 Visa?

The J1 Visa or the Exchange Visitor Program is a temporary nonimmigrant visa that allows international applicants to participate in work and study based programs to travel and gain experience in the United States. As for the J2 Visa holder, they go to the US to accompany the J1 Visa holder, meaning you can only get a J2 Visa issued if you are the child or spouse of the J1 Visa applicant.

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).

What are some regulatory requirements of the J Visa?

Some regulatory requirements of the J Visa are: J1 Visa holders who enter the U.S. on a work-based program can apply for a Social Security Number, they must also get health insurance, they must come to the U.S. with the intent to leave after completing the program and their stay duration is determined by the category of the exchange program they chose and the school or employer or other institution hosting the J1 Visa holder.

What do U.S. Universities offer to Exchange visitors?

American universities are known to offer their students internship options and courses with hands-on experience. This helps students get a better impression of the American employment market while motivating them to make contacts before graduation so that they can begin their career growth as quickly as possible. This means that you will be able to pursue a job by studying in the US before finishing your studies and putting yourself in the right career path.

Step-by-step guide of the J1 Visa application process!

First: you choose the type of J1 Visa program you want to enroll in. Second:  you find a sponsor to help you with the application process. Third: you fill in the DS-2019 Form and pay for the SEVIS fee. Fourth: you complete the Online nonimmigrant application Form which is the DS-160. And fifth: you schedule the interview with the Embassy or Consulate.

How to pass the J1 Visa interview?

There are a few things you need to keep in mind before you get interviewed for the J1 Visa interview. In order to pass this during the interview your answers should be short and sweet, you need to have your documents in order, tell them about your plans coming back to your country (even if you want to stay in the US), explain the exact reasons why you want to go to America and answer everything with a smile!