View Step-by-Step Guide on how to apply.To take part in one of the J-1 Visa programs, locate and contact a designated sponsor. The designated sponsors supervise the application process and are the main point of contact throughout the exchange program process. Contact the sponsors directly to take part in one of the exchange programs.
J-1 Visa Questions jvisas@state.gov Visa Status Questions You need to contact the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Their Customer Service public number is: (800) 375-5283. SEVIS Registration Questions You should contact your J-1 program sponsor. Your sponsor is responsible for assisting and advising you on all matters regarding your J-1 exchange visitor program. Social Security Card Questions You should contact the Social Security Administration. J-1 Visa Emergency Hotline: 1-866-283-9090 (24 hours a day, 7 days a week) The Department of State activated the helpline to ensure the health and safety of its exchange…
General Administrative Requirements Accreditation and Licensure Sponsors are required to comply with all local, state, federal and professional requirements applicable to the program category and to the activity for which they are designated. Requisite licenses and accreditation are to be current at all times [22 CFR 62.9(c)]. Staffing and Support Services Sponsors are to appoint adequate staff and support services with appropriate qualifications and training to administer the program in compliance with the Exchange Visitor Program regulations [22 CFR 62.9(f)]. Appointment of Responsible and Alternate Responsible Officers The sponsor appoints one responsible officer (RO) and alternate responsible officers (ARO) to…
Related Links: U.S. Department of State Waiver of the J Visa Two-Year Foreign Residence Requirement, 212(e) Bureau of Consular Affairs (www.Travel.State.gov) Visas and specifically J-visas Special Visa Processing Procedures-Travelers from State Sponsors of Terrorism Interagency Working Group on U.S. Government-sponsored international exchanges and training U.S. Department of Homeland Security U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Student and Exchange Visitor Program and SEVIS (ICE.gov/SEVIS) SEVIS I-901 Fee Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions SEVIS log-in page SEVIS I-901 Fee Payment Page ICE Special Agent in Charge Offices U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Laws, regulations and Guides Immigration Forms Immigration Services and Benefits…
2024 Final Rule - Forms DS-2019: Digital Signature and Electronic Submission Forms DS-2019 2023 Au Pair NPRM: Au Pair NPRM Au Pair NPRM, extension of comment period Notice of Temporary Waiver and Modification of Certain Regulatory Requirements Interim Final Rule (with request for comment) – Forms DS-2019: Digital Signatures and Electronic Transmission Federal Register Notice 2021 Final Rule - Sanctions; Notifications Federal Register Notice Final Rule – Change to Certification Authority for Alien Physician Category of the Exchange Visitor Program Federal Register Notice 2020 Exchange Visitor Program - Training Plan – 60 and 30 day notices of Public Information…
Advisory Letters Au Pair Host Family Appreciation Letter (2024) (PDF) Au Pair Welcome Letter (2024) (PDF) College or University Student Letter (2024) (PDF) Camp Counselor Welcome Letter (2024) (PDF) Intern Welcome Letter (2024) (PDF) Newly Validated Exchange Visitor Email (2022) (PDF) Professor Welcome Letter (2024) (PDF) Secondary School Student School Admin Appreciation Letter (2024) (PDF) Secondary School Student Host Family Appreciation Letter (2024) (PDF) Secondary School Student letter (2024) (PDF) Scholar Welcome letter (2024) (PDF) Summer Work Travel Host Employee letter (2024) (PDF) Summer Work Travel Participant letter (2024) (PDF) Teacher Host School letter (2024) (PDF) Teacher Welcome letter (2024)…
SEVIS Release Information 2019 SEVIS Release 6.47 System Changes – June 2019 (PDF) SEVIS Release 6.48 System Changes – September 2019 (PDF) 2018 SEVIS Release 6.37 System Changes – January 2018 (PDF) SEVIS Release 6.38 System Changes – March 2018 (PDF) SEVIS Release 6.39 System Changes – April 2018 (PDF) SEVIS Release 6.40 System Changes – June 2018 (PDF) SEVIS Release 6.41 System Changes – October 2018 (PDF) 2017 SEVIS Release 6.36 System Changes – November 2017 (PDF) SEVIS Release 6.35 System Changes – July 2017 (PDF) SEVIS Release 6.33 System Changes – April 2017 (PDF) SEVIS Release 6.32 System Changes…
SEVIS is an Internet-based system that provides tracking and monitoring functionality, with access to accurate and current information on nonimmigrant students (F and M visa) and exchange visitors (J visa), and their dependents (F-2, M-2, and J-2). SEVIS enables schools and program sponsors to transmit electronic information and event notifications, via the Internet, to the DHS and DoS throughout a student's or exchange visitor's stay in the United States. SEVIS will be informed of status events for students and exchange visitors including, but not limited to, entry/exit data, changes of current United States address (residence), program extensions, employment notifications, and…
Interested in Becoming a Sponsor? BridgeUSA is an educational and cultural exchange that provides study and work-type experiences in the United States for foreign nationals in an effort to further the State Department’s public diplomacy goals. The Department welcomes and encourages new organizations to become sponsors of exchange visitor programs. The First Step is the Application Process Learn how to apply Resources How to become a Sponsor? (PDF) The Second Step is Application Submission Submit an application in SEVIS and remit the application fee (identified at §62.17). Manual for Temporary Users of SEVIS Pay.gov All applications must be submitted electronically…
Bringing Cross-Cultural Experiences Home: J-1 Visa by the Numbers The J-1 Exchange Visitor Program provides opportunities for around 300,000 foreign visitors from 200 countries and territories per year to experience U.S. society and culture and engage with Americans. Use the interactive map above to find out how many participants are in each state or program across the country and see how J-1 Visa is bringing the intercultural experience to America's backyard.