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Understanding J-1 Status

Learn about what J-1 Status is and what it means.

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Applying for a Visa

Yale University has been approved by the U.S. Department of State to sponsor J-1 Exchange Visitors participating in academic research, teaching and observation at Yale.

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Employment

Scholars should not accept any new employment without first checking with OISS.

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Maintaining Legal Status

During your appointment at Yale it is critical that you follow the J-1 regulations to maintain legal status.

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Traveling

Information and resources on traveling for international scholars

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Transferring & Leaving Yale

A J-1 Exchange Visitor may change employers or schools, which is referred to as a “transfer.” They may transfer from one designated Exchange Visitor program to another designated program provided the J-1 time does not exceed the maximum permitted by their J-1 category.

Link to J-2 Visas for Dependents

Spouses, Partners & Children

The spouse or partner and dependent children of the J-1 Exchange Visitor are eligible for J-2 status and may use this status to accompany the J-1 individual to the U.S.

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J-1 Scholars

  • Understanding J-1 Status
    • English Language Proficiency
    • 12 and 24 Month Bars
    • Categories
    • Two-Year Residence Requirement
    • Waivers and Advisory Opinions
  • Applying for a Visa
    • Getting Started with OISS Connect
    • Filling Out the Exchange Visitor Section
    • Uploading Documents
    • Paying the SEVIS Fee
    • Transferring to Yale
    • Change of Status
  • OISS Connect Requests
    • New Scholar Check-in
    • Adding a New Dependent
  • Maintaining Legal Status
    • Extensions
    • Health Insurance Requirement
    • Report Your Address
  • Traveling
  • Transferring & Leaving Yale
  • Employment
  • Spouses, Partners, and Children

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