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Exchange Visitor Visas


Exchange Visitor Visas

Exchange Visitor ("J") visas are available for persons traveling to the U.S. on approved student, work, or cultural exchange programs. Applicants must meet the requirements of the particular program which he or she has been offered and receive an approved form DS-2019 (former IAP-66) from the Program Administrator before applying for a visa.

The original IAP-66 must accompany the visa application. It will be attached to the passport together with the visa sticker. The IAP-66 is a part of the Exchange Visitor Visa and should be retained in the passport for the duration of the visitor's stay in the U.S.