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During your J-1 visa process you will come across many unfamiliar terms and abbreviations. This page provides a quick overview on some terminology that you should be aware of while going through a J-1 visa application process.
Important Visa Terms
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J-1 Visa
The most common term of all: the J-1 visa. In the United States visa categories usually have a letter and a number. Interns and trainees will need a J-1 visa, but students would need an F-1 visa. There are also work visas (H1-B, L1-A), family visas (K-1), visitor visas (B-2), and many more.
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Visa Sponsor
A J-1 visa sponsor organization will always need to get involved when obtaining a J-1 visa. A sponsor is a third party organization authorized by the US government to issue a DS-2019 form (see below). Each sponsor organization has their own set of rules and procedures that have to be followed in order to obtain a DS-2019. At Correspond, we work together with these sponsors to assist you obtaining a J-1 visa.
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DS-2019
The DS-2019 is perhaps the most important documents for J-1 visa holders. This is a "certificate of eligibility" provided by an authorized J-1 visa sponsor, and classifies you as eligible to participate in a J-1 visa program. You will have to take this document with you to an in-person visa interview, and always keep with you while traveling abroad.
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DS-7002
The DS-7002 form is also referred to as the "training plan" document. It is another required document which will need to be signed by the J-1 visa participant, host company, and visa sponsor. The training plan is drafted by Correspond and the host company, and approved by the visa sponsor. It shows detailed goals and skills that will be obtained by the participant throughout the internship or traineeship.
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SEVIS
The Student & Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) is a US government database that is utilized to keep track of all J-1 visa holders and applicants. It provides an overview of all required information about the participant, host company, and the J-1 program itself. Only a visa sponsor is authorized to make changes within SEVIS.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here you'll find a quick informational guide related to the most common questions we receive. During the placement and visa process you will gain access to even more detailed information and additional guides on all the topics. If you can't find an answer to your question, then please contact us directly as not all information is provided on this web-page.
Eligibility
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- How do I qualify for a J-1 visa?
You will either:
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have to be an active student, and able to show proof of enrollment (to become an intern)
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have to be graduated in the past one year, and able to show a degree/diploma (to become an intern).
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have to be graduated, and able to show a degree/diploma and have at least one year of work experience (to become a trainee).
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need to have at least five years of work experience (to become a trainee).
Refunds​
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- If I proceed with your services, can I get my money back if I stop later in the process?
We always offer money back guarantee, but the amount is determined by how far we are in the process. Please check "Pricing" in the menu for more details.
Housing​
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- Do you assist in finding housing?
Yes! Even though we don't provide housing, we will be assisting you in finding a right place to live in a secure and safe environment.
- What is a good time to start looking for housing?
Between 1 and 2 months before your targeted start date. Beware of scams and do not make any money transfers until you have seen the residence in-person, or until you have met your person of contact.
Housing
Finding housing can be difficult. Luckily at Correspond.info we will help you in all aspects of finding housing. We help you to find housing in a secure and safe environment. If needed on your end, we will . in order to avoid scams, we recommend sending all communication with a potential landlord forward to us, and have us confirm the reliability of the place to live and the safety in the neighborhood.
We recommend anywhere between one and two months prior to the start date of your program. You want to make sure you have enough time available to find housing, especially as you'll have to find locations with an easy and comfortable commute to your host company.
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