J-1 Scholar Categories
J-1 scholar categories include Research Scholars, Professors and others.
Two-year Home Residence Requirement and Waivers
Many J-1 Exchange Visitors are subject to a Two-Year Home-Country Physical Presence Requirement or 212(e).
12 and 24 Month Bars
Two different rules affect how soon a J-1 can re-enter the U.S.
J-1-Sevis Fee
All new J-1s are required to pay a SEVIS fee of $220.
J-1 Financial Documentation Required
Learn More about Required Financial Documentation