Who issued your Visa J1?

A J-1 visa is a non-immigrant visa issued by the United States to research scholars, professors and exchange visitors participating in programs that promote cultural exchange, especially to obtain medical or business training within the U.S. All applicants must meet eligibility criteria, English language requirements.

WHO issues visas to enter the United States?

The US Department of State has the primary responsibility of issuing United States visas, including both immigrant and non-immigrant visas. When a foreign national wishes to visit the country temporarily or to begin the process of moving to the country permanently, a visa is typically required.

Do Canadians need a J1 waiver?

Canadian citizens do not need visas to study or participate in an exchange program in the U.S. However, Canadian students do need to obtain an I-20 (or DS-2019) Certificate of Eligibility from the university, school or exchange program they plan to attend.

Can a J-1 visa holder bring family?

Dependents of the J1 visa include a spouse or child under the age of 21, but it does not extend beyond these two categories and would exclude parents, siblings, grandparents, etc. Not all programs allow the J1 holder to bring dependents, so be sure to check to see if your program is eligible.

Which government agency would most likely be responsible for issuing work visas?

USCIS is primarily responsible for approving green cards, naturalization, work permits, travel permits, and other “immigration benefits.”

Do Canadians have I 94?

An I-94 form is needed by all persons except U.S. Citizens, returning resident aliens, aliens with immigrant visas, and most Canadian citizens visiting or in transit. Air and Sea travelers will be issued I-94s during the admission process at the port of entry.

What is proof of ties to Canada?

Bring copies of the information that you submitted and matches the amount required on your I-20. Proof of your ties to Canada: Your end date on your I-20 (or DS-2019) serve as your proof that you will return to Canada.

Can my spouse work if I have a J1 visa?

The J-2 Visa is a non-immigrant visa issued to the immediate relatives of a J1 exchange visitor. It is important to note that only your spouse and your children are legally recognized as “immediate relatives”. Once in the U.S., applicants may be allowed to seek employment after applying for a J2 Visa work permit.