MAINTAIN YOUR J-1 STATUS

 

Keep your Passport Current

Email us to request a new DS-2019 if any information changes.

 

Maintain Full-Time Registration

Your exchange coordinator will work with your to select classes and make sure you have full time status for every term.

 

Taxes

Complete a tax form/tax return by April 15 each year, regardless of your employed status.

You are not required to pay Social Security and Medicare taxes. However, all of your earnings are subject to federal, state and local taxes.

How to File Your Taxes

 


 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Follow these rules for special circumstances:

Travel Outside the US
Employment
Academic Training
Social Security Number
After Course Completion