Who is eligible for the J1 Visa? Depending on the qualifications, abilities and…

Who is eligible for the J1 Visa?

Depending on the qualifications, abilities and intent of the applicant ‘s visit to the U.S., the J-1 visa eligibility requirements vary from one program category to another, such as age limits, prior job experience, or school enrollment. The program categories are usually designed for recent graduates, teachers, researchers and current students.

What are Sponsors responsible for (J1 Visa)?

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!

Which documents do you need for an Exchange Visitor Visa?

The documents needed for each Exchange Visitor Visa are: 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. For the J2 Visa all the documents mentioned above are necessary plus the I-94 document and the birth/marriage certificate.

What are the steps of applying for the J2 Visa?

First, you need to make sure that the sponsor of your J1 Visa holder approves of dependents. Second, you will receive your own DS—2019 Form which is required to bring to the interview in order to get the Visa. Third, before you schedule your meeting you have to pay for the fees and get all your documents in order and fourth, you schedule the interview!

How long does it take to get the J2 Visa?

Case by case, the processing period for a J-2 visa is different. Your visa can take more or less time to process, as U.S. Embassies have different case loads. The general time period for the processing of the J-2 visa, however, is about 30 days or 1 month. So, from the moment you send your application to the U.S. Embassy, you should expect an answer within 30 days as to whether or not you have obtained the J-2 visa.

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.

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.

Can YOU get your dream JOB in the US through the Exchange Visa?

While you are completing your course on the Exchange Visitor Visa, you can search for jobs that are being offered around the University you are attending the course in. It is possible to have a job offer in the University/Facility you are in, so make sure you create as many connections as possible to advance in your career.