Student Visas
News and guides on U.S. student and exchange visitor visas including F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT, and international student resources.
Your Complete Guide to the Swiss Au Pair Visa: What You Need to Know
The Swiss Au Pair Visa program offers young individuals a chance to live with a Swiss family, combining childcare duties with cultural exchange and language learning. It promotes personal and…
J-1 Research Scholars and Academic Training Eligibility
J-1 Research Scholars cannot access Academic Training, which is exclusive to J-1 students. However, their visa status permits…
J-1 Visa Holders: Easier Pathways to H-1B and Green Card
The U.S. Department of State now allows J-1 visa holders from 34 countries, including China and India, to…
Does the DV Lottery Impact J1 Visa Applications?
Applying for the DV lottery does not automatically affect your J1 visa application unless you win and proceed…
Can I Apply for J1 Visa After H1B Lottery Rejection?
Applying for a J1 visa after not being selected in the H1B lottery is generally possible. The J1…
J1 Visa Holders: Eligibility for DV Lottery Entry
J1 visa holders in the US can enter the Diversity Visa (DV) lottery, as it is open to…
Applying for a J1 Visa From a Non-Birth Country: A How-To Guide!
Applying for a J1 student visa from outside your birth country is possible for non-native residents and temporary…
New J-1 Visa Expansion Targets Specialty Medicine to Fix Workforce Shortages!
J-1 Visa Expansion now includes specialty medicine positions to combat workforce shortages in rural states, addressing critical healthcare…
Switching from F1 Visa OPT Status to a J1 Visa: Is It Possible?
Switching from F-1 OPT to J-1 in 2025 requires a precise, document-heavy process. Consular processing is fastest. Students…
Impact of Marijuana Use on J1 Visa Holders’ Green Card Applications
Concerns arise over how marijuana use on a J1 Visa impacts Green Card applications and potential immigration consequences.