Get a J-1 Visa
As a non-US citizen, you will need a visa to enter and live in the United States of America. The J-1 exchange visitor visa is one of the most popular visas for a temporary stay. But, if you are eligible for and interested in one of these programs, there are a few steps you need to take before booking your flight.
Read more J-1 Visa ProgramsJ-1 Visa Application
Before we dive into the J-1 visa application process, you must first have a job offer from a company, know what J-1 program is right for you, have chosen a sponsor organization, and reside outside the United States.
Read more J-1 Visa ProgramsJ-1 Trainee Visa
The J-1 Trainee is one of the 15 J-1 visa exchange programs.
Read more J-1 Visa ProgramsJ-1 Intern Visa
The J-1 Intern is one of the 15 J-1 visa exchange programs.
Read more J-1 Visa ProgramsExchange Visitor Visa
The J-1 visa for the USA is a non-immigrant visa. The J-1 program was established to bring scholars into the United States temporarily for a specific educati…
Read more J-1 Visa ProgramsJ-1 Visa Sponsors
Obtaining a J-1 visa of the Intern or Trainee category requires working with a designated sponsor organization. Sponsors are authorized entities that issue the DS-2019 form, which is required to apply for a J-1 visa.
Read more J-1 Visa ProgramsJ1 Visa Fees
Complete breakdown of J-1 visa costs for the Trainee and Intern categories, detailing mandatory and optional expenses to help applicants plan their budgets accurately.
Read more J-1 Visa ProgramsSection 212(e) Rule
Not all J-1 visa holders are subject to the "2 Years Home Country Physical Presence Requirement," but some are. This rule states that you must return to your home country for a minimum of two cumulative years after your J-1 exchange visitor program. In other words, during your J-1 program and two years after, you will not be able to obtain H, L, or K visas, permanent resident status, or an immigrant visa.
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