The J-1 visa is a popular choice for exchange visitors coming to the United States for a variety of programs, including research, training, and teaching. However, many J-1 visa holders are subject to a two-year foreign residency requirement, often referred to as the “two-year rule.” This rule mandates that certain J-1 visa holders must return … Read more
Hi sir, I am from Saudi Arabia, i have J-1 Visa for me & J-2 for my family, (scanned copy attached) We are now in USA, my DS-2019 will expire on 08-31-2010 & our J Visa on 09-30-2010. In our Visa written, INA SEC 212E – TOW YEAR RULE – APPLIES. I understand that I … 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 had a F1 visa for 5 years, before it expired I obtained a J1 in another passport from my country because my mother institution required me so before starting the other program I am in now. I want to change my visa to F1 so I can change my status to a work visa … Read more
I’d like to know if I can change my status in USA. I’ve a J1 visa and I’d like to have the pemanent one. What Can I do? Unless you are subject to INA Section 212(E) and require a J1 waiver, you are eligible to apply for a green card through the normal immigrant categories … Read more
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 … Read more
I was an Au Pair, so I came to US with a J1 Visa. After two years I decided to change my status. I wanted to get the F1 Visa, but it was denied. They sent me a letter saying that I have 30 days to leave the country, but I’ve asked to a lawyer … Read more
I came to the US on a J1 visa. I would like to take a second job. Can I work for an employer that is not my J1 sponsor program? A J1 visa holder may work for any company in his or her field of expertise provided that the program sponsor provides its consent and … Read more
My J status expired and I am in the middle of my 30-day grace period staying in the US, can I apply to change to other nonimmigrant status at this stage? Although I am unaware of any specific statutory authority, USCIS regularly issues approvals for change of status application filed during the J1 grace period.
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 … Read more