A J-2 spouse or child is subject to the same requirements as their J-1 exchange visitor spouse or parent. Generally, J-2 spouses and children cannot independently apply for waiver recommendations if their J-1 spouses or parents are not applying. However, there are exceptions, and all such cases are evaluated by the Waiver Review Division on … Read more
Me and my wife were hired to work in the US as teachers for 3 years, each one with its own J1 Visa, however she was diagnosed with breast cancer 6 months later (march 2011) we have seen that we will have to stay to finish the threatment but my our salaries as teachers won`t … Read more
I’m a J2 holder. I plan to file for a divorce and would still like to stay in the US. We’re both subject to the two year requirement because he is on the skills list. Am I still subject after we divorce? If yes, can I still get a waiver or can only my husband apply for it? … Read more
I have J1 visa and my spouse J2 visa. Our visa expires on September 6, 2012 and I am leaving with my kids back. But my husband needs to stay here in order to improve his English and get some upgrade in his education. But he has as I do, two year rule restriction. Can … Read more