All J-1 Exchange Visitors are required by federal immigration regulations to physically check in with an approved staff member upon arrival. Please work with your faculty host to schedule a time as soon as possible, and bring the following documents and information to the appointment:
- Passport of J-1 Exchange Visitor and all accompanying J-2 dependents
- Form DS-2019 of Exchange Visitor and all accompanying J-2 dependents
- Local, physical address
Failure to check in with our office upon arrival is a violation of your immigration status and may result in the cancellation of your status and difficulty acquiring future visas to the U.S.
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