What should you do before submitting an application for a J1 visa?…
What should you do before submitting an application for a J1 visa?
You must first apply for and be accepted into an exchange visitor program through a designated sponsoring organization before applying for the J1 Visa at the US Embassy or Consulate.
After that, you must check your passport’s validity, gather all required documents, and schedule an appointment with the Embassy/Consulate.
What Are the J1 Visa’s Additional Requirements?
Even if you submit all of the required documents to the embassy/consulate, they may request additional documentation.
They primarily ask for evidence of the following:
the reason for your trip to the United States,
the purpose of your departure from the United States after your trip,
and financial proof that you can cover the entire cost of your trip for Exchange Visitor Visa applicants.
THE TOP THREE COUNTRIES FOR Obtaining J1 VISAS!
Despite the fact that the United States receives around 300,000 exchange visitors each year, three countries stand out in terms of the number of applicants for the J1/J2 Visa.
China is in first place with 40,000 applicants, followed by the United Kingdom (20,000), and Germany (20,000).
Why is the United States the most popular destination for research and study?
There are numerous reasons why the United States is a popular choice among international students, as well as professors and trainees interested in participating in an exchange visitor program.
Colleges in the United States, for example, provide a high-quality education, a culturally diverse environment, internships and career advancement opportunities for their students, specialized services, and more.
What are the requirements for an Exchange Visitor Visa in general?
A valid passport, the printed DS-160 Form, the SEVIS i-901 fee, the insurance fee, the application fee receipt, a 2×2 photo of yourself, the DS-2019 Form, and the DS-7002 Form, depending on which program you applied for, are the general requirements for both Exchange Visitor Visas.
Keep in mind that you’ll also need the I-94 document and your birth/marriage certificate if you’re applying for a J2 Visa.
How long does the J2 Visa take to obtain?
The processing time for a J-2 visa varies from case to case.
Because US embassies have different caseloads, your visa may take longer or shorter to process.
The processing time for the J-2 visa, on the other hand, is usually around 30 days or one month.
So, from the time you submit your application to the US Embassy, you should hear back within 30 days to see if you’ve been granted a J-2 visa.
Which type of Exchange Visa do you need to apply for?
Depending on your reason for visiting the US, you can apply for a J1 Visa, which is a nonimmigrant temporary visa for work and study, or a J2 Visa, which is also a temporary visa but only allows you to accompany a J1 Visa holder.
What are the J2 Visa’s BENEFITS?
Many benefits are available to J2 Visa holders that are not available to other dependent Visa holders.
They can join their J1 Visa holder in their exchange program in the United States, in addition to accompanying their spouse or parent.
They are also permitted to study and work in the United States as long as their J1 Visa holder is present!
