Cómo solicitar una visa J-1 en el extranjero

Dónde aplicar:

The Research Scholar applicant should normally apply for a J-1 Visa at the U.S. Consulate or Embassy with jurisdiction over his/her place of residence. It is advisable to check with the U.S. Consular Office for specific procedures:

Qué llevar:

A prospective J-1 Research Scholar should present the following to the U.S. consular office:

• The original form DS-2019, executed by the Einstein Responsible Officer, and signed by the Research Scholar.
• Evidence of financial ability to meet expenses.
• Evidence of English ability sufficient for exchange program.
• Evidence of residence abroad and intent to depart the U.S. after completion of the program.
• Pasaporte
• Form DS-160, "Nonimmigrant Visa Application" 
• Fotografías
• Machine-readable Visa (MRV) surcharge fee
• Tarifa de reciprocidad de visa (si corresponde)

The Consular Officer will evaluate the documents, and if found eligible, will return the DS-2019 Form to the Research Scholar and will affix the J-1 Visa to the applicant's passport.