J-1 Exchange Visitor Visa Application

Applying for a J-1 Exchange Visitor Visa in the US: support from A to Z

What is a J-1 visa and who is it suitable for?

A J-1 Exchange Visitor Visa is a non-immigrant US visa that allows you to participate in exchange programs, professional internships, scientific research, volunteer work, and practical training in the fields of education, healthcare, culture, etc. It can be obtained by:

• students participating in an exchange program;
• interns and trainees;
• teachers, scientists, researchers;
• medical program residents;
• participants in Au Pair or Camp Counselor programs;
• volunteers and foreign language teachers.

Consultant lawyers will help you choose the right category, check the host organization, prepare all the documents, and successfully pass the interview at the US Embassy.

How to apply for a J-1 exchange visa in the US: step-by-step guide

The J-1 visa application process involves several key steps, each of which requires legal precision. We will provide:

• An assessment of your goals for participating in the program and selection of the appropriate J-1 category (Intern, Trainee, Research Scholar, Au Pair, etc.).
• Verification of the host organization's compliance with program requirements.
• Assistance in establishing contact with a sponsoring organization accredited by the US State Department.
• Obtaining and verifying the DS-2019 form issued by the program sponsor.
• Payment of the SEVIS fee (I-901) and registration in the system.
• Filling out the DS-160 form, creating a profile on the CEAC portal, and generating a confirmation of submission.
• Consultations on medical insurance, which is mandatory for J-1 program participants.
• Preparation for the interview: sample questions, common mistakes, recommendations for answers.

Required documents for a J-1 exchange visitor visa

To apply for a J-1 visa, you will need:

• A valid foreign passport.
• Form DS-2019 from the program sponsor.
• Receipt for payment of the SEVIS fee ($220).
• Confirmation of completion of the DS-160 form.
• A photo that meets the requirements of the US State Department.
• Financial documents (if self-funded).
• A letter of invitation or confirmation of participation in the program.

Our team provides a full legal review and proper preparation of each document to avoid the risk of rejection.

Support and price of J-1 visa application services

• By choosing us, you get:
• Individual consultation and free initial assessment of your chances.
• Professional preparation and translation of documents required for the visa package.
• Comprehensive support — from document collection to instructions on entering the US.
• Legal advice on the two-year rule and ways to circumvent it, if applicable.
• Additional support after arrival (if necessary — extension of status or transition to another type of visa, such as F-1 or H-1B).

Approximate cost of the service: from $450 to $850, depending on:

1. J-1 category;
2. number of family members (if J-2 is included);
3. need for translations, urgency, additional consultations.