Scholars on J-1 Visa

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Legal Status

SEVIS DS-2019

Passport/Entry Visa

Employment Authorization

Change of Address Procedure

Transfer Procedures

Permanent Departures from the University of Minnesota

Violation of Status

Two Year Rule

Five Year Rule

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Other Important Information

Health Care and Insurance

Travel/Reentry With J-1 Visa

J-1 & J-2 Social Security Number

Individual Taxpayer Identification Number

Form I-9 Requirements

J-1 Scholar Forms

Department of State Code

International Scholar Handbook

Scholar Orientation

J Scholars

Dear J-1 Scholar:

It’s important to you and to ISSS staff that you attain your program exchange objectives while at the University of Minnesota. Although your priority is meeting the goals of your exchange, it’s also important that you be aware of and have access to information concerning your J-1 visa status. Failure to adhere to federal visa regulations and SEVIS requirements could result in the loss of your legal status and your inability to remain in the United States to complete your program objectives.

This website contains information regarding SEVIS requirements, employment, and travel/reentry, etc. Please look to the links on the left side of this page, for more information.

You may also discuss your visa questions/concerns with an adviser in ISSS or contact us.