J-1 Visa Resources

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J-1 Students

Information for students on travel and the 2-year home residency requirement for J-1/J-2s.

 

DS-2019 Travel Signature
J-1 students must request a travel signature on their DS-2019 before leaving the U.S. for temporary travel.
2-Year Home Residency Requirement
J-1 students may be subject to the 2-year home residency requirement after completing their program.