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The Ultimate Guide to the J1 Visa

This is the complete explanation of this J1 Visa. What is it about, what it is and the reason it’s so important.

If you’re getting ready to go to camp, you’ll learn a lot of official terms and lingo for the paperwork you need to complete. This can be somewhat overwhelming, particularly when you’re aware that it’s necessary but don’t know much about it.

When you’ve been accepted at the counter, you’ll be asked to confirm the Visa Embassy appointment and if you’ve made an appointment to obtain your J1 Visa along with filling out your Ds-160… But what is this all about?

Let’s discover…

For work authorization within the USA you must possess the appropriate visa for the duration of time you’ll be in the States and the kind of work you’re doing.

Every type of visit or work is classified and given an explanation letter, which is then to be a specific number. The visa we are using to be a Camp Specialist or Counselor is J1 visa.

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But what exactly is what is the J1 Visa?

The J1 is an exchange Visa for cultural travelers (you) who promote and taking part at culture exchange (Summer Camp).

“Cultural exchange” is an official word, however reduced to its essence, it’s the exchange between two countries in sharing ideas, building friendships and building mutual understanding.

Your mission is to bring the very best aspects of your tradition to States by exposing them our ideas and practices such as lingo, language and a unique perspective on our global… while enjoying the best of America. We offer them our quirks, and in turn, take in theirs. Cultural exchange is an elegant way to describe it.

“This is an authentic mixing of cultures and experiences. Campers who haven’t left the US or traveled anywhere in any way can interact with someone halfway across the globe. I can’t think of a area where a twelve year old in northern Minnesota is able to interact with people from 10 countries without moving out of their hometown. These interactions help create educated and curious youth who will shape the future of America.”

J1 Visa Requirements

Alongside the application for the visa itself there are some conditions you must meet. Butdon’t worry about it and if you use our camp options and submitting your application, you’ll be perfectly fine…

To have been able to conduct an interview with an employer

We’ve teamed up with some top visa sponsors which ensure you’ve got all your documentation and are looking after you.

Once you have started applying with us we’ll ask you to attend an interview. Interviews of our team from the national side though relaxed but is tied to the visa and our support of you in the program. * * We must be sure that you’re taking part with the right motives and that you’re at least 18 years old. * *Be able to speak English**

As an English country, in spite of the Americanisms It is a must to be capable of communicating with ease once you are Stateside.

To be covered by insurance

We’ll provide you with health insurance in the course of the package, without additional cost.

To have received the information for arrival.

Once you have logged into your account, you will be able see your section on travel to the next destination with clear directions for how to get there. the camp. If you’re not sure, you’re not sure, notify us right away!

An orientation

In order to obtain your J1 visa, you’ll be required to attend an orientation session with us. It’s an amazing day filled with prize-giving, practical tips on life at camp as well as answers to your questions, and a plethora of energy. We want you to get the maximum possible from your day, and that’s why this isn’t your typical orientation.

You’ve got the forms

The DS2019 (Certificate that you are eligible to Exchange Visitor (J-1) Status) is a crucial document to fill out when you apply for your visa J1. It’s actually a part that visa. So make sure you don’t end up lost!

We will provide the DS2019 to you. This is among the most important reasons to work with us or any other agency, rather than making it your own.

You must prove you’re in a temporary location and also to show that you’ll soon be back to your home.

While we’d all want to be in camp and travel across the States for the rest of our lives but it’s likely that the US Embassy will need evidence that you’ll be returning home. If it’s going back to school or arranging a job to return or whatever tie you pick to discuss in the embassy interview, ensure you have.

Monitoring

We’d like to know what’s going on in America. Thanks to the J1 visa, we’ll check on your camp every month to check how you’re doing on. We’ll be available all day long to be there in the event that you need us. We aren’t going to let you go without us this easily…

How do you apply for J1 Visa? J1 Visa

After you’ve received your appointment and SEVIS number in your account then you can start the process of completing your J1 Visa application. The form is available online and you can make an appointment through Your US Embassy account portal. We’ll walk you step by guide step by step using our helpful guide.

You’ll need to make payment for your appointment prior to you are able to choose a time and so be ready to pay prior to the time you start your appointment. Although your DS2019 application and sponsorship fees will be handled by us however, the appointment itself is a an outside party.

The price for a J1 Visa appointment is $160 USD. *

Once you’ve been granted it, after approval, your J1 Visa will be displayed on your passport.

After you have completed your meeting at the Embassy The officer will keep your passport in order to take the Visa in. Be sure to are able to print two pages!

It generally takes about 2 weeks for the item to be delivered to the collection point you choose or, if you opt for the courier service to bring it directly to your doorstep. The embassy recommends that it could take anywhere from 6-8 weeks, so make sure to book your appointment at least a month ahead of the date you plan to travel.

Once you have received your passport it will be wrapped in DS2019 Make sure you keep it all together and protect it with your entire life. Promise us. The tiny bit of paper represents also the other part of your Visa and you’ll be a nightmare with customs officials in the US If you’re not carrying one.

The maximum duration of the J1 Visa is 4 months.

It is important to note that the J1 Visa lasts for the duration of the summer camp contract. For as long as work for your school, you’ll be able to use your Visa remains valid.

However, the question is how do I use the J1 visa even if it’s only valid when I’m in camp?

Be assured you’re not alone, do not worry, the J1 visa was created to provide you with the most enjoyable experience of America. Travel is a major element of the package. For a tour of the city as well as taste the cuisine and meet the people… truly experiencing the culture on a personal level.

Perhaps you’ve had a glimpse of a grace time. You may not have, but you’re going to. This grace period can be an option of period of 30 days which you can choose to use after you’ve signed over at camp. It’s not necessary to ask or ask for a grace period The nice folks in government in the US administration have put this into the system for you.

You only need to get out of the US within 30 days.

You can’t return to work after your contract is over.

It’s the time for your holiday celebration.

People often question whether they need an ESTA while traveling to the States If you make your flight you’ll be presented with a pop-up that reminds you to purchase an ESTA, however does it pertain to you?

Nope. There is no difference. J1 Visa and ESTA are completely different things.

What makes what makes the J1 Visa different to an ESTA?

The ESTA is an online application to apply for a US visa exemption.

It is only necessary in the event that you do not have the visa. Since you’re traveling using the J1 it is not necessary to apply.

The only reason you’d have to fill out an application is if you’re leaving the States for a trip and are planning to return to the country.

Once your departure from the US the visa will automatically end. If you plan on going towards Mexico or Canada following camp and returning to the States and then returning to the States, you’ll not be able to make use of your J1 Visa again.

This ESTA Application is more speedy and is all on the internet, there are no embassy visits to complete this application. After acceptance the chip can be added as your passport.

And there it is. This is the J1 Visa…

Created to allow you to participate in an outdoor camp

A part of the program for cultural exchange

The validity period is a minimum period of 4 months or your contract’s length

The appointment costs $160.

In your passport, it is fixed and backed by the DS2019