It is your responsibility to understand and comply with the regulations affecting your J-1 visa status during your stay in the United States. A violation of these regulations could have serious consequences to your exchange program. If you have any questions about the requirements, contact a Responsible Officer at the Office of International Education (OIE). 

The US Department of State has prepared the Exchange Visitor Program welcome brochure for exchange visitors. The brochure highlights the program's goals and program participant roles, provides information on regulatory requirements such as maintaining insurance, and directs participants to useful resources. We hope this brochure helps to welcome and guide you, an exchange visitor, as you begin your exchange experiences in the United States.

Regulatory Information

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Regulatory Information for J-1 Scholars, Researchers, Faculty and Short-Term Scholars

Regulatory Information for J-1 Interns

Regulatory Information for J-1 Students

Employment for J-1 Students

J-1 regulations allow students to work part-time (up to 20 hours) during the academic term at approved on-campus jobs, and more than 20 hours during holidays, vacations, and university breaks. J-1 regulations also allow students to work at off-campus locations under specific conditions. Prior, written approval is required before a J-1 Student can begin employment.

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Learn how to obtain on campus employment

Learn how to obtain Academic Training

Social Security Numbers


鈫� Resources for J-1 Exchange Visitors