Cultural & Educational Exchange with J-1 Visa

Your guide to the U.S. Exchange Visitor Program

The J-1 visa allows individuals from around the world to participate in work-and-study-based exchange programs in the United States. Whether you’re an intern, trainee, teacher, au pair, or researcher, the J-1 visa opens doors to cultural enrichment and career development.

At Let’s Get Visa, we aim to simplify U.S. immigration – including helping you understand how the J-1 visa works.


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What is the J-1 Visa?

The J-1 visa is a nonimmigrant visa for individuals approved to participate in exchange visitor programs that promote cultural and educational exchange. It covers a wide range of categories, including:

Interns & Trainees

Teachers & Professors

Students (college/university, secondary)

Researchers & Scholars

Camp Counselors

Au Pairs

Medical Graduates in Training

J-1 Visa Application Process

Here’s a general overview of how to apply:

1
Find a Sponsor

You must be accepted by a Designated Sponsor Organization approved by the U.S. Department of State.

2
Receive Form DS-2019

The sponsor issues this Certificate of Eligibility for Exchange Visitor Status.

3
Pay the SEVIS Fee

Submit the I-901 SEVIS fee and keep your payment receipt.

4
Complete Form DS-160

Fill out the online nonimmigrant visa application.

5
Schedule Your Interview

Book an appointment at your nearest U.S. embassy or consulate.

6
Attend Your Interview

Bring your DS-2019, DS-160 confirmation, passport, fee receipt, and supporting documents.

Who is Eligible for the J-1 Visa?

To qualify for a J-1 visa, you generally must:

Be accepted into an eligible U.S. exchange program

Demonstrate English proficiency (varies by program)

Show sufficient financial support for your stay

Maintain intent to return to your home country after the program

Some J-1 visa holders may also be subject to the Two-Year Home Residency Requirement before applying for other U.S. visas.

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Key Things to Know About the J-1 Visa

Program Duration

Duration depends on the specific program category and may range from a few weeks to several years.

Hands-on learning

Many programs include options for practical training or research experience.

J-2 Visa Eligibility for Dependents

Certain J-1 categories allow spouses and children to accompany you on J-2 visas.

Status Maintenance

You must maintain status by reporting to your sponsor and complying with program rules.

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Let’s Get Visa is a modern immigration support platform designed to simplify complex visa processes for individuals, families, and businesses. We offer guided application tools, personalized document checklists, expert reviews, and real-time case tracking — all in one place. Whether you’re applying for U.S. citizenship, a green card, or a work visa, we’re here to help you do it faster, smarter, and with confidence.

Who is Let’s Get Visa?

Let’s Get Visa is a modern immigration support platform designed to simplify complex visa processes for individuals, families, and businesses. We offer guided application tools, personalized document checklists, expert reviews, and real-time case tracking — all in one place. Whether you’re applying for U.S. citizenship, a green card, or a work visa, we’re here to help you do it faster, smarter, and with confidence.

Who is Let’s Get Visa?

Let’s Get Visa is a modern immigration support platform designed to simplify complex visa processes for individuals, families, and businesses. We offer guided application tools, personalized document checklists, expert reviews, and real-time case tracking — all in one place. Whether you’re applying for U.S. citizenship, a green card, or a work visa, we’re here to help you do it faster, smarter, and with confidence.

Who is Let’s Get Visa?

Let’s Get Visa is a modern immigration support platform designed to simplify complex visa processes for individuals, families, and businesses. We offer guided application tools, personalized document checklists, expert reviews, and real-time case tracking — all in one place. Whether you’re applying for U.S. citizenship, a green card, or a work visa, we’re here to help you do it faster, smarter, and with confidence.

Who is Let’s Get Visa?

Let’s Get Visa is a modern immigration support platform designed to simplify complex visa processes for individuals, families, and businesses. We offer guided application tools, personalized document checklists, expert reviews, and real-time case tracking — all in one place. Whether you’re applying for U.S. citizenship, a green card, or a work visa, we’re here to help you do it faster, smarter, and with confidence.

Who is Let’s Get Visa?

Let’s Get Visa is a modern immigration support platform designed to simplify complex visa processes for individuals, families, and businesses. We offer guided application tools, personalized document checklists, expert reviews, and real-time case tracking — all in one place. Whether you’re applying for U.S. citizenship, a green card, or a work visa, we’re here to help you do it faster, smarter, and with confidence.

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