FAQ: How Do I Get A J1 Visa?

Applying for the J-1 Visa

1. Step 1: Review and Sign Your DS-2019 Form.
2. Step 2: Receive Your SEVIS ID.
3. Step 3: Complete the DS-160 Online Appplication.
4. Step 4: Schedule Your Appointment with the U.S. Embassy/Consulate.
5. Step 5: Attend Your U.S. Embassy Interview.
6. Step 6: Receive Your Visa.

Who qualifies for a J-1 visa?

In order to be eligible, a trainee must be a foreign national with either a degree or professional certificate from a foreign post-secondary academic institution and at least one year’s work experience in his or her occupational field, or five years of work experience in the occupational field in which he or she is

Is it hard to get a J-1 visa?

J1 visas are also quite easy to get approved. Those pursuing academic study may get a visa for up to three years, while camp counselors will typically only get a 3-month stay. Extensions are also variable, depending on the category of visa.

How do I apply for a J-1 visa?

How to Apply for a J1 Visa

1. Find a J Sponsor. When applying for a J1 visa, you will need to find a designated sponsor to accept you into their program.
2. Apply for the DS-2019.
3. Pay Your Fees.
4. Interview with a U.S. Embassy or Consulate.

How much money do you need for a J1?

Currently the fee is $160 USD, however the fee is subject to change and applicants are advised to check on the US Embassy website prior to their embassy interview for the most up-to-date fee.

Can you get a green card with a J1 visa?

J-1 Waiver to Green Card Process. Technically, J-1 visa holders are not eligible for the U.S. green card. This is because the J-1 is not considered a “dual intent” visa, which is a nonimmigrant visa that allows holders to pursue a green card without jeopardizing their nonimmigrant status.

How do I become a J-1 employer?

To access J-1 trainees or interns, an employer must either become a State Department-designated sponsor as some large employers like Disney, Exxon Mobil, Ingersoll-Rand and Microsoft have done, or work with a sponsoring organization like Cultural Vistas or CFGI. J-1 internship programs can last up to 12 months.

How much bank balance is required for US J-1 visa?

A J-1 Visiting Student with a spouse and two children staying for one year would need to show $28,000 for themselves, $14,000 for the spouse, and $14,000 for the children: $56,000 in total. A J-1 Visiting Student would only be able to show half of $56,000, or $28,000, in personal or family funds.

Does a J-1 visa require sponsorship?

Do I need a sponsor? Yes. The State Department designates U.S. government, academic and private sector entities to conduct educational and cultural exchange programs. To participate in the Exchange Visitor Program, foreign nationals must be sponsored by one of the State Department-designated sponsors.

How long does it take to get J-1 visa?

Once the Consulate General approves your application, it will take up to 7 days to receive your passport with the valid visa by mail. Overall, you should expect a processing period of 6-10 weeks before receiving your visa.

How much does it cost to sponsor a J-1 visa?

Sponsoring departments are charged a $300 processing fee, payable by cost transfer invoice (CTI), for the J-1 exchange visitor and each J-2 dependent listed on an approved J Visa Request.

How many J1 visas are there per year?

Around 300,000 foreign visitors from 200 countries and territories come to the U.S. through the J-1 Exchange Visitor Program each year. California currently hosts the largest number of exchange visitors (35,131), followed by New York (31,304) and Florida (15,123).

How long can you stay in America on a J-1 Visa?

Length of Time Business and Industrial Trainees Can Stay in the U.S. on a J-1 Visa. Business and industrial trainees may be issued J-1 visas for a maximum of 18 months.

Where do most people go on their J1 to?

Where should I go? San Francisco, Santa Barbara, San Diego, New York, Boston, Ocean City and Chicago are all popular J1 spots, but there’s nothing to stop you going somewhere different. There are 50 states, including Hawaii! I’d advise talking to people who’ve been on J1s before you go.

How many times can you go on a J1?

How many times can I go on the J1 Summer Work & Travel Programme? You can go on a J1 Summer Work and Travel Visa three times, once you still qualify under the eligibility section and have not previously been terminated from your J1 Programme.