The J-1 Exchange Visitor Program was created in 1961 as part of the Fulbright-Hayes Act, a public law written to "increase mutual understanding between the people of the United States and the people of other countries through educational and cultural exchanges." The U.S. Department of State has authority over the J-1 program. Currently, there are 13 categories of J-1 visitors. Each J-1 category is governed by different rules and requirements. The purpose and length of the scholar's visit at UC Berkeley will determine the appropriate category (See also J-1 Categories at UCB).
J-1 Program Information
In the links below, you will find important information about the J-1 program at UC Berkeley:
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J-1 Process Overview (MS Word) |
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DS-2019 Request Form (MS Word) |
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Initial J-1 Services IOF (Excel) |
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Expedite Request Form (MS Word) |
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Expedite IOF (effective 1/2/09) |
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Extension IOF (effective 1/2/09) |
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J Scholar Status Report Form (MS Word) |
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Guarantee of Financial Support Form (MS Word) |
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