J-2 Dependent (Spouse/Children of J-1 Exchange Visitors)

Detailed information for this visa type in United States.

status

Entry: multiple

Stay: tied to principal J-1 program duration

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Fee

160 USD (Consular MRV fee and possible USCIS filing fees)

Max stay

tied to principal J-1 program duration

Validity

tied to DS-2019 and sponsor

Entry type

multiple

Extendable

yes (by sponsor approval within program rules)

Work allowed

conditional (J-2 may apply for employment authorization)

Sponsorship required

yes (derivative of J-1 sponsor approval)

Financial requirements

proof_of_funds

Health insurance required

yes (J-1 regulation applies to dependents too)

Path to permanent residency

conditional (some J-1 programs subject to two-year foreign residency requirement which may limit adjustment)

Path to citizenship

conditional

Processing time

USCIS EAD processing times vary; consular issuance varies

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