J-1 Immigration Packet

The sponsoring UMMS department should forward the completed J-1 immigration packet to Immigration Services at least 45 - 60 days prior to the desired start date. Please note the following:

• All requested items must be completed. Incomplete forms or missing documentation may cause delays in the form issuance.
• Please verify that the names on the forms be written exactly as they appear in the corresponding passports.
• While we require the forms to be signed, we do accept scanned version of the original packets via e-mail.

J-1 Immigration Packet Contents

• J-1 Intake Form, Part 1: Request for Sponsorship (departmental information)
• J-1 Intake Form, Part 2: Request for Sponsorship (applicant / scholar information)
• Family Data Sheet (if applicable): Request for document for spouse and/or children under 21. 
• J-1 Transfer-in Form (if applicable):  Only required for individuals who are already in the U.S. in J-1 status at another institution.
• M.D. Statement (if applicable): Must be included in immigration packets for individuals holding a medical degree (M.D. or equivalent).
• Additional Items required for Non-Degree Student sponsorship requests (if applicable)
• UMMS Offer / invitation Letter
• Verification of non-UMMS funding (if applicable)
• CV
• Biographical information pages from passprot (listing name & birth date for prospective J-1 (and dependents if applicable)
• Copies of current and/or previous visa documents (if prospective is currently in the United States or has been in the country during the past six years in any status other than tourist)