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Visa information
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US J-1 visa
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Which nationalities can apply?
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Students of all nationalities can apply providing they meet the requirements. If
you are not a UK or EU passport holder then please download the Overseas Student Information Sheet
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How long can I work for?
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Your student summer jobs work experience lasts for 4 months between May and October
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Does the visa allow multiple entries?
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Most EU passport holders get multiple entry visas.
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Where can I work?
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Take work experience abroad in America anywhere in the country.
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Do I have to pre-arrange my job?
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No, you can job hunt on arrival although we advise you to pre-arrange work
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Age
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At least 18 by 1st June 2010, there is no upper age limit.
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Student status
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To be eligible you must be a current full-time student at a UK or Irish university*
on a degree level or HND course (or equivalent). Final year students are eligible
to apply. Gap year students, and those on professional courses such as ACCA are
not eligible.
Not a student? View BUNAC's non-student programme options here.
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Visa process
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The US Government requires all first time applicants to attend an interview with
the US Embassy. Returners may be eligible for a postal application. BUNAC’s experienced
visa service will guide you through this process.
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Will my visa be issued on the day of my interview
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No. The US Embassy will hold onto your passport. You should assume they will have
your passport for at least 2 weeks.
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What support funds do I need?
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$600 if you pre-arrange a job, $1000 if you job hunt on arrival.
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How much does this visa cost?
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The visa and delivery fee is £111.**
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Can I bring my children?
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No
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Can I bring my partner?
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Only if your partner is also eligible to apply for the J-1 visa.
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How many visas can I have in my lifetime?
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If you’ve had a J-1 visa before either through BUNAC or another organisation, you
can apply to Work America for 2010 as a returner providing you’re still
eligible
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Is there anything else that will help me decide?
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There is no similar, flexible visa available to non-students.
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Do I have to take a BUNAC flight?
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No, you have a choice. You have the flexibility and freedom to book your own flights
flying to and from whichever destination you want in America. We would strongly
advise you not to book any non-transferable flight until your J-1 visa has been
issued and your passport returned by the US Embassy.
Alternatively, you can purchase the BUNAC Travel Package costing approx £449** which
includes a flexible roundtrip ticket from London to New York, first night’s accommodation
in New York, and a few added extras! For more information please see details under
the ‘Flights’ tab.
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* The UK university must be an accredited university and registered with the DfES.
** Prices subject to change.