J-1 Regulations
The Department of State (DOS) manages the J-1 Exchange Visitor Program. There are specific regulations for students and scholars who enter the United States on a J-1 visa. For more information, refer to the 22 CFR 62 Exchange Visitor Program regulations.
Exchange Visitor Welcome Brochure
The Department of State (DOS) provides a welcome brochure for all J-1 scholars, students and dependents. This brochure provides information on the Exchange Visitor program, key contacts, and compliance and regulatory rules. To download the brochure, visit the Exchange Visitor Program website under Participant Brochures.
William Wilberforce Act
The William Wilberforce Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act (WWTVPRA) of 2008 was signed into law on December 23, 2008. Changes under this law, relate to the legal rights of certain employment or education-based non-immigrants under Federal immigration, labor, and employment laws. The WWTVPRA outlines information that must be provided to certain non-immigrants about their rights, protections and available resources. To learn more or to download the Non-immigrant Rights, Protections and Resources pamphlet, please go to the Exchange Visitor Program Website.