What are some regulatory requirements of the J Visa? Some regulatory requirements of…

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.

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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!

Can you change your Exchange Visa status?

If for example, you marry a U.S. citizen or get a job offer, you will be able to request a change in your nonimmigrant status via the U.S. to another category through the Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). If your Visa status changes through the USCIS then, there is no need to apply for a new Visa while you are in the United States. However, if you leave the United States, you have to apply for a Visa again but in the appropriate category of your travel.

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.

Which type of Exchange Visa should YOU apply for?

Depending on your reason for visiting the United States, you could either apply for the J1 Visa which is a nonimmigrant temporary Visa for work and study based programs or the J2 Visa which is also a temporary Visa but you can only accompany a J1 Visa holder.

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).

3 steps you need to follow before applying for the Exchange Visa!

The first step is to apply for and be accepted into an exchange visitor program through a designated sponsoring organization. Second step is to pay the SEVIS I-901 Fee and third is to collect all the required documents for the Visa interview!