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Setting Up a J1 Program

How can an entity apply to become a J1 program sponsor? Exchange Visitor Program sponsors are comprised of US government, academic, research, and private sector organizations designated as Exchange Visitor Program sponsors by the State Department’s Office of Private Sector Exchange in the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. Any person or organization that has previous experience in the field […]

Posted on August 25, 2012 at 1:19 pm by Immigration Lawyer Peter Messersmith · Permalink · Leave a comment
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J1 Program Sponsor Eligibility

How can an entity apply to become a J-1 program sponsor? In order to become a J1 program sponsor, an organization must file an application with the US Department of State to become certified. Once certified, they may issue Form DS-2019 and sponsor foreign nationals for J1 visas. For more information about how to become […]

Posted on August 23, 2012 at 6:18 pm by Immigration Lawyer Peter Messersmith · Permalink · Leave a comment
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