Exchange Visitor Program J-1

To help us prepare the necessary documents, we will need the following items from the hiring department:

• An Application for a Form DS-2019 with signatures from the Department Chair and Dean
• A copy of the contract letter or exchange agreement
• Financial documentation to support the position.

 Upon receipt of these items, the DS-2019 Form will be prepared within 3 – 5 days. When the document is ready, we will contact the department to pick up the form and mail it to the incoming Research Scholar.

The University’s success in obtaining approval of its petitions is dependent upon its responsible adherence to law, regulation, and procedures. It is essential, therefore, that individual departments within the University and all those with authority to recruit and hire University employees understand the procedures, time frames, and restrictions involved in the appointment of foreign nationals and plan accordingly. This requirement applies to all appointments—those of unpaid visiting scholars as well as salaried faculty and staff. Please contact me if you have additional questions.