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Obtaining the J1 Visa
When the exchange visitor receives the Form DS-2019
from their hosting department, s/he should make an appointment with the
nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate to apply for a J-1 visa.
The U.S. Department of State web site will assist you in locating a U.S.
Embassy near you and provide you with further information regarding your
temporary visit to the U.S.
Deadline for Entry into the U.S.
The Exchange visitor’s DS-2019 Form specifies the
beginning and ending date of the program. An Exchange Visitor is allowed to
enter the U.S. up to 30 days prior to the start date of the
program.
If the Exchange Visitor cannot arrive by the start date on the DS-2019,
it may be necessary to issue a new DS-2019 Form. It is of great importance that
the Exchange Visitor notifies OIE of any delay in their start date. If the start
date has passed, the Exchange Visitor needs to contact OIE as soon as possible.
Failure to contact OIE will result in SEVIS canceling the exchange visitor’s program.
If you decide not to come to the University of Georgia, please return DS-2019
and other addenda.
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