Exchange Visitor Visas

The J1 exchange visitor visa is for people who want to come temporarily to the US to participate in an exchange program. The participant can travel to the US on the J1 visa with the goal of teaching, instructing or lecturing, studying, observing, conducting research, consulting, demonstrating special skills or receiving training. Please see the list below for additional information on who is eligible for the J1 visa.

Exchange programs available under the J1 visa

workpermit.com offers guides to the following J-1 exchange program visas:

• College and university students
• Au pairs
• Foreign physicians

There are also J-1 exchange program visas available for the following individuals:

• Secondary school students
• Short-term scholars
• Trainees
• Teachers
• Professors and research scholars
• Specialists
• International and government visitors
• Camp counselors
• Summer work/travel students
• Special education exchange visitors