How to apply for J1 waiver and NORI | Detailed Stage 1,2,3 | 212(e)-2 year Home residency rule
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- All you need to know about 2 year home residency rule to get NORI AND J1 waiver
Stage I, II (NORI) and III explained in details with sample of certificates.
Links are here:
1. 212(e) details and skillsets
travel.state.gov/content/trav...
2. MHRD NORI
nori.ac.in/
3. CGI link for Biodata, Affidavit and Miscellaneous form
Chicago www.cgichicago.gov.in/
Atlanta www.indiainatlanta.gov.in/
4. DS-3035
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I have seen this video for 20 times or more. It helped me a lot specifically what to write as no objection statement . The video clearly described what is the actual process for J1 waiver.I have only seen this video and applied for my J1 waiver. I have forwarded this link to my friends and lab members who were also benefitted from it, Many thanks Jitendra. Please do make more video on immigration. It is really helpful.
I am glad to hear that! Very kind of your Supriya! Means a lot! 🙏😊
@@JitendraPant7 , your video has become a gold standard for j1 waiver to Indians .
I think people should start the stage 1 and 2 the moment they step into the US . They can decide on when to proceed to stage 3 later . Doing everything in the last minute can create a lot of anxiety that can be avoided .
@@JitendraPant7 Hi thank you for this video extremely informative and HELPFUL! A question could use your guidance on the Home Department informed me they have "dispatched" NORI clearance to address on the forms submitted to them, presumably the Indian Consulate but I have not received a copy of this clearance. Will the Indian Consulate mail me a copy or do I need to check with the Indian Consulate to get a copy or the home department clearance ? In order to be able to submit copies of all 3 clearance letters(I have copies of other 2) Thanks
Both you and CGI will receive your own individual copies from Secretariat of your state in India. If its dispatched it will be coming to you within a month. Note they send it via regular mail from Indian postal service so takes more time than usual!! I don’t think CGI will have additional information but it won’t hurt to ask!
All the best!
@Jitendra Pant I got J1 Visa with 212e requirement. My course work is for 4 years from 2023 to 2027. How early can I apply for J1 wavier?
Thank you for the concise and informative video! This will help innumerable people caught in the 212(e) curse :)
Vibhu Agrawal Hi! Happy to help! Best wishes
Hey Jitendra! This is a very informative video and helped me a lot when I applied for a J1 visa waiver. Also, I shared this video with a lot of my friends, and they mentioned the same. Thank you!!
Thanks for the nice note Amaranatha 😊🙏! I am glad to hear that the video helped you and your network! Thanks for sharing!
How long did the entire process take you? For NORI
Thanks for detailed walk-through about this. Really appreciate it.
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you Jitendra, this video really helped me a lot.
Happy to hear that Aisha.
Please consider subscribing and share in your network so that other researchers can benefit too.
All the best!
Jiten
Hi Thanks for posting this video! very helpful. After we mail DS-3035 to DOS do we have to wait for it to get accepted before proceeding with Indian consulate?
Thank you so much for giving me information on how to file nori
Very clear presentation Dr Jitendra, Thanks
Hi Jithendra, Thank you
Thanks
Hi Jitendra, this has been a truly informative video. Thank you!
I just had a question with regards to the self attested envelopes. What is the 'From' address to be put there? Is it the one in MO or in DC?
Hi Ashwin,
Leave the from address blank but put "To" address i.e you address: you need two self-attested envelope one for MO and One for DC with the two packets that are generated after filling DS-3035. The concerned authority will complete the "from" before mailing you.
All the best!
Hi Jitendra, Thank you for the informative video. This is really helpful.
Finosh G T thanks Finosh! Please subcribe and share :)
Very detailed explanation, thanks for sharing
Thanks for your kind words Soma Shekar
hi Jitendra is there any way to communicate with CGI. They have provided many phone numbers but they don't pick any of them. Neither they respond via email. Besides this I also wanna know how much time do they take to process stage 3 application to Washington DC. Please let me know. Thanks
1. You have to keep writing email and call multiple times unfortunately. I know it’s annoying.
2. Stage 3: 2-4 months
Hi Jitendra! Incredibly helpful video. I just had a quick question about question 2 in the affidavit (stage1). My DS2019 says I need a waiver based on my skill sets. I was not sponsored or financed by any Gov. So would it be ok to write "NA" for all fields in question2? Just to clarify I copied question2: "The exchange programme was sponsored by the Government of India / State Government of ___________NA_________in India / Agency of the Government of ________NA________ and financed by the Government of / Agencies of the Government of __NA___ / other." Thanks in advance!!
Hi Nanditaraha- yes
The answer is “Not Applicable”
@@JitendraPant7 Thanks!!
Really appreciate!
thanks jitendra for all the information and I have subscribed🙂
All the best!
Hi Jitendra, Thanks for your helpful video, and that's pretty informative. I appreciate your efforts in making this video. I have a couple of questions on Affidavit form (stage 1)
1. Am I supposed to enter "not applicable" in the blanks in Affidavit? for example: I haven't taken any scholarships from Govt. of India, so shall I enter "not applicable" over there? But It's specified in affidavit that none of the blanks should be left empty or "Not applicable". So I'm a little confused of what to enter in the blanks that correspond my J1 aspects.
2. In affidavit, do I need to complete questions 7, 8 and 9? because there is no space to enter data over there.
Any advice on these two questions will be highly helpful. thanks!
Hey Pratheep, thanks for supporting the efforts. I am glad u found it useful. Here are my answers.
1. Yes u can write Non-applicable
2. Can u quote 7, 8 and 9 for me to answer you; its been a while :)
All the best!
@@JitendraPant7 Hi Jitendra, thanks for your prompt response. here are the questions of 7,8 and 9 -> 7. I have not taken loan from any person or agency; 8. My presence is not required in India for any civil or criminal proceedings; 9. I'm unmarried/married and have not deserted my spouse and children in India. I had another question regarding question 7, do I need to specify about any home loans that I have taken?
Ideal answers:
Answer to 7- Yes
Answer to 8- Yes
Answer to 9-Yes
Since the Q7, is particularly regarding J1, mentioning home loans etc is not required, plus it can badly hurt your chances to get a waiver.
All the best
@@JitendraPant7 Thanks again for all your help! I highly appreciate it.
@@pratheepkumarparanthaman660 Hi Pratheep, I am in the similar situation (I am applying for the waiver but I have a home loan). Did you mention this in your affidavit and how did your waiver go? Did you have any difficulties with the process cos of this?
Update with respect to the application: Stage 3
Application filed with the DOS: 01 Sep, 2021
Application update on DOS website: 20 October, 2021
NOS update (Indian Consulate): 21 October, 2021 (I got the letter on 14 Sep, 2021, but DOS updated it late)
Favorable Recommendation - DOS: 18 Feb, 2022
USCIS receipt - 28 Feb, 2022
USCIS Approval - 15 March 2022
Received Letter on 22 March, 2022
It took quite a long time due to understaff in covid time. DOS processing time was mentioned as 12 to 16 weeks once they receive all letters. Mine took close to 16 weeks. Hope it will be faster in the near future.
DOS processing time as of now is 12 -16 weeks; if anyone exceeds the processing time limit. You can contact the local congressmen to expedite the process. However, by contacting them within the processing time, DOS will deny the expedite request and reply to you stating that your case will be processed as the order is received. Before covid, the overall processing time was close to 2 months after filing. Now we are experiencing a long wait time.
Thanks for the updates VS Varma, it will certainly help others to stay informed.
Thanks for posting this! I have a quick question. I just got the "Waiver Certificate" from the CGI. I did not get the "Grant of waiver certificate". I hope that is not a problem? Thanks again!
Awesome. Thank you so much Pant. I am a J1, at Chicago now. I needed information regarding waiver and your video is gonna help me a lot. Thanks again. Subscribed your channel.
Hi Lalith. M glad u felt like that. All the best!
Thanks.
Hi Pant, my nori from MHRD says Objection. They say I need To fill all columns in affidavit and biodata!
Yes, I would recommend filling all the sectors (even when that means writing Not Applicable in many sections. Thanks
1 second ago
Hi Pant, I am in Chicago, after stage II, if I change my lab and move to some other state. Can I start the stage III in the new place, coz stage II affidavit and biodata were from Chicago. Can you please Clarify about this?
Thank you so much!
Thank you Srijit!
Brother, great video. I have a doubt if your could clarify. What if the both J1 visa page on the passport and the DS2019 indicates that the 212(e)-2 year Home residency rule DOES NOT apply? From Somewhere I got this " If the J-1 worked or studied in a field that appears on the "skills list." This is a list of fields of specialized knowledge and skills that are needed in the J-1's country of last permanent residence for its development. Canada, Australia and Germany are examples of countries that are not on the list. China, India and South Korea are examples of countries that have many skills on the list". I studied and worked in Canada (although an Indian Citizen) while applying for the second postdoc in USA. That explains why it mentioned that I am NOT subjected to 212(e)-2 year Home residency rule. However, any thoughts? As a layman, may I assume as both the J1 visa and DS2019 indicate (which is I am NOT subjected to 212(e)-2 year Home residency rule). Looking forward to your reply. Thanks again.
thanks buddy
Well explained
🙏 Thank you
@JitendraPant7 Thank you for such a beautiful explanation for all the nationalities. I got into Harvard and now want to extend my stay after my J1 expires in 11 months. I have just sent the stage I documents to the Indian consulate. What would be your suggestion to push this process in order to get the waiver in 11 months. Do you think H1B can be processed after the final waiver in 30 days?
Thank you so much for making this video! I got a letter from the department of state saying I'm not subject to the 2 year requirement, do I need a notice of action from USCIS before filing for adjustment of status?
If you are not subjected to 2 year waiver-does it not mean that you don't need to adjust status. Please shed some light here. It will help others too. Thanks
Hi Jitendra, thanks for the video. really helpful. I am on the verge of applying for stage III to SF Consulate. Their website doesnt tell to send passport and miscellaneous form, which I think I dont have now. Do you think they are absoultely needed? Thanks.
If you are in the US; you just have to provide the three NORIs from stage II to the consulate. But do go there with your ID and Passport. They might ask to see it but will only keep the NORIs with them not your passport. You can fill up the miscellaneous form on spot there. All the best! Please do share your experience here so that others can benefit.
Hi @Jitendra, thanks a lot again. One more question: how do we get notified that the DoS received the NOC from the embassy? Is it reflected on the website status of DS3035 or will I receive a notification email?
Ideally yes!!
Status will be seen online + shall receive a document via physical post.
but the responses are not always synced.
Best to also write emails regularly on a daily basis to USCIS to know the status.
All the best. Do revisit this post once you are out of this J1 curse and help more J1 scholars!!
All the best!!!
Thanks for the detailed information. I don't see biodata form in the website. Where can I download it?
Great video,thanks!
I am confused on from address on two envelopes for the packet 1 to St Louis.Please try to answer,rest everything is ready with me.
Thanks again
Hi Pritpal,
After filling DS-3035 online (see the link in the video and description box below the video) you will get a third party barcode, case number and will also receive a checklist for generating two packages:
Package 1. Mail to St Louis waiver division - via mail with one self-address envelope
Package 2. Submit physically (or via mail) to your CGI along with all other docs (along with third-party barcode). This has another self-addressed envelope so that USCIS can correspond with you after they receive your case.
Hope it helped. All the best.
Thanks a lot...
Glad u found it helpful
Hi Jitendra, I currently have all three NORIs and am ready to go to stage 3.
I also have a 2 week trip planned soon outside the US. I would like to kick off the stage 3 processing ASAP by going to the consulate and sending the packet to Missouri before leaving for the trip.
Do you think this will have any negative effects? (I am working on F1 STEM OPT and don't have any other visa application in process)
Really appreciate you for the video and comments,
Bharath
Thank you for the informative video. I have a quick question. I have 2 years of J1 which is about to finish this December. My organization is ready to give me another DS 2019. So do I need to apply for J1-waiver with my new DS2019 or the old DS2019? Kindly respond ASAP. I will be grateful for you
Hello Dr. Jitendra,
This is very helpful video. I just followed steps as mentioned in this video.
Thank you very much for this informative video.
I want to add one more additional information. I applied for J1 waiver when I was in Georgia. I completed my stage 1 and 2 process in 2018 from Atlanta Consulate General.
In my NORI form received from passport office, Cochin India stated the letter to 'CGI, Atlanta'.
Now I shifted to Michigan and I am under Chicago consulate. Since the letters mentioned CGI Atlanta, I send the stage 3 documents to CGI Atlanta last week and I received all the documents back today and asked me to submit the forms to Chicago CGI because I am not under their (Atlanta CGI) jurisdiction (rejected).
Now I have to do the stage 3 application to Chicago.
So guys, when you apply for stage 3, just apply to CGI near to your place. not to your previous work place.
I hope it will help most of you guys, since we are moving around USA during this J1 visa status.
Hi James did Chicago CJI process the Atlanta documents without any complications?
@@DrFox-cm4jo yes. The letter from other departments to the CGI Atlanta. That’s the reason why I submitted it first to Atlanta. But only thing is to submit J1waiver to your nearest/under jurisdiction CGI. Therefore there was not a single issue at CGI. is okay.
@@jamespmanuel thank you sir !
Thank you James
Dr Fox- hope it worked out for you. James is a good friend and always ready to help!
Thank you so much for the video! Really appreciate it. I had one question! If I am starting my process from India, from where do I get my Affidavit and Bio Data notarized/attested?
You don't need to get them attested since you are physically present in India. Notarization is for those who are in a different country than their home country.
Hi Tanuya! Hope your waiver process went smoothly. So, is it true that in India we don't need the notarise or attest? I also want to apply for a waiver from India.
Hi Anjali and Tanuya- happy to see the collaboration and peer activities to help and seek help. All the best and please update me if you learn anything new. Always here to learn and share.
Hi, very useful video! Thank you.
Do we need to submit the original copy of the noc from Indian departments? I've only received a copy - will this be sufficient
Hi Jitendra, do we only have to send our highest degree's copy to the RPO and the State Home Ministry ? Or do we need to send copies of all our 10th and 12th and other degrees ?
Bachelor and onwards should be fine.
Hi Jitendra, thanks for the video. One question - do the NORI forms have to be handwritten or can we type in the fields as well?
Both will work . I had the forms filled by hand
Thanks for answering Dr Fox.
Hi Jitendra. It was very straightforward to follow your video. Thanks. But the question I have is, do you know what is the exact procedure to apply for this J1 visa waiver from India? It will be very helpful.
Hi Jitendra,
I hope you are doing well.
Thank you so much for making the video. I have a query regarding the J1 waiver. Do you have an idea if the J1 waiver is mandatory to change status from J1 to academic H1B (no cap) status?
Yes it is because both have different immigrantion intent.
@@JitendraPant7 Thank you :)
Hi Jitendra, thank you for such a useful video. It really helped in filing of J1 waiver and completing them step by step. As you mentioned here, that some states in India have discontinued the RPO clarification. How can I know that which are those states? Also, did you send your documents directly to RPO office or at a particular division at the RPO office? Thank you!
Unfortunately,
I don’t have the list but your CGI in the US should have this information for your Indian state.
It goes to RPO which issued you Passport.
Please consider subscribing and sharing in your network to help more researchers!
All the best!
At 7:30 you have mentioned to write the case no, name and country on the documents. Is it necessary? As, in the DS3035, they haven't mentioned anything as such.
As far as I remember its needed. I clearly recall it was written in the package that also contains 3rd party barcode. It can be hand-written.
Thank you so much @JitendraPant7 for your elaborative video. It is really thankful for us who are really struggling in USA. My home state is West Bengal. Here, I would like to know where should I send the documents for West Bengal government secretariat. Do you have any links? Or is there any one who is from West Bengal who can connect with regarding this issue?
Hi Jitendra, Thanks for your inputs. They were very helpful. This is a fantastic resource. I submitted my final documents to DOS in June 2021 and my case number is showing up online on Sep 1st week. Do you or anyone have a recent update on the wait time for the final approval?
I would recommend sending multiple emails and making phone calls to USCIS to expedite your case! Keep trying they eventually respond. All the best!
See James Manual case in the comments.
@@JitendraPant7 thank you for your response.
@@vamsinittala Happy to help! All the best !
Brother. This is a great video. I really need your help. I live in a small island where the high commission officer has no idea of it. Please let me know a way connect with you. Thanks
Hello Jiten
In the first Step1 after collecting all the documents where do I have to take all the documents original as well as photocopy ?
Atlanta GA
I’m in Florida can’t I send them by mail ?
Consulate General of India
Address:
www.google.com/search?q=Consulate+general+of+India+Atlanta&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&hl=en-us&client=safari#
Hi Jitendra, Hope your in good health!! Just wanted to give you an update with respect to the application:
Application filed with the DOS: 6th Jan, 2021
Application update on DOS website: 25 Feb, 2021
NOS update: 8th Mar, 2021
FR: 1st July, 2021
USCIS: pending
As you can see, it took more than 16 weeks to receive the FR, once the NOS was updated. However, I have seen cases that were issued FR within 2 weeks-2 months. So, I contacted the local congressman earlier this week to request the DOS for an update and the reason for the delay in processing of the application (typical times are between 12-16 weeks now, my case exceeded 16 weeks). All my measures to ask for the update from the DOS via the email did not lead to any response and hence had to involve the congressman office. I would suggest people to contact the local congressman after the 12th week itself.
In any case, I will update my timeline with respect to the next steps with USCIS as well. Hopefully, this would be faster than the DOS.
Stay Safe :)
Hi Himank,
Thanks for the update. I loved your enthusiasm for helping others. I wish you soon get the J1 waiver.
Keeping sharing and supporting others through your experiences.
Best
@James Manuel. This could be useful in ur case! All the best!
@@JitendraPant7 Hi Jitendra, following the time line. After the FR from the DOS on 1st July, the case was updated on the USCIS website on the 21st July and the status was shown as approved on the 23rd July. Waiting for the hard copies now. Thanks buddy for your help and suggestions. All the best :)
Wonderful! This is just great news. Congratulations 🎉🎊! Please keep helping J1 holders like u do. So happy for u 🎊
@@MultiHIMANK @jitendrapant7 Hi Guys! I am very thankful to both of you for this discussion. I have only 11 months left on my J1. I am going to Harvard and now I want to have the waiver to extend my stay. I have started my stage I process yesterday. Any advice how I should push this process? An suggestion welcome. thanks
Hello Jitendra, thank you for sharing the information to your video about J1 wavier.I want to know one more thing if a person had applied wavier already but haven’t got it yet. In that situation is that person is legible to apply for extension or not?
Secondly, If a person is on J1 extension, Is that person is allow to visit his home country during that period and come back to USA?
1. Yes
2. Yes
But the catch is that don’t apply for stage 3 and pause everything after u receive NORI.
As JP told me to share my experience, just adding a bit. The SF consolate clearly told me no need to include passport in the package, rather notarized photocopies are needed. Also no need to send the affidavit or biodata for stage III.
Thanks for sharing ur experience. Its good to see more helping hands coming forward.
@@JitendraPant7 Hi JP, quick question, as you know for the DOS money order, we have to write our name, POB, DOB, Case no etc, can you suggest the best place to write those on the money order? I got one from CVS, it doesnt too much blank space to write all these personal details.. thnx
Hi! Did you start stage 3 after receiving all the NORIs or while waiting for it? Please respond at your convenience
@@madhumitharamachandran7590 Yes, already got clearance letters from SF consolate and Indian Embassy
Awesome! I am waiting for NORI certificate from RPO. Is it okay to fill and mail DS 3035 to DOS now or should i wait until i get all my NORIs?
Hi Jitendra thank you for the video, very informative and detail, and we have completed stage 2. Have a question with regards to address change while we were applying for NORI we applied it from our old address but we recently had to move our house, how will it affect stage 3 process ? Thanks
Thanks very much dude, appreciated, would like to know the duration of the entire process, duration of each step? P.S, have subscribed to your youtube channel..
Overall it can take anywhere between 4 months-12 months
Hi jitendra, thanks for the video. I am about to start the waive off and because of the covid here is no walkin at this time. i was wondering if you know that i need to mail oringinal passport and DS
Yes you need to need to mail the original passport. For DS, a notarized colored copy (front and back) should suffice. Please check with your CGI. Also use FEDx express overnight service both to send and receive for safety purpose. U can get the label online.
Thank you @jitendra. How time time do you think it took for you to complete all 3 stages
Please read the discussion in the comments. Roughly 3-6 months depending on the state of residence in India and your resources in India
Hi, Jitendra
Thank you for the very useful information. Could you tell me how long after the Indian Government issued a letter of no objection did it take the USG to issue you the I-797C & I-797 Notice of Action forms.
Thank you.
Roughly 2-4 months
Hi Jitendra,
Hope everything’s going well! Thank you so much for the video.
I’m about to begin the J1 waiver process, and was wondering how long the entire process took you to complete?
Looking forward to hearing from,
Best.
I realized i never replied. I somehow missed, my bad. But not too late to know about your current status. Were u able to get a waiver?
Thanks for your video, So helpful! I have 2 questions for you -
I have applied for stage 1 and got my documents back and they accepted the payment and I received the acknowledgment of the money order. How will I know if I Passed stage 1?
In the final remarks in the video, you said that waiver is not needed if I planning on education - How does it work?
Hi Samson,
There is no pass/fail in stage 1- with the receipt and 4 copies you have completed it!
Regarding education I meant, if you are planning yo study on F1, you don’t need a waiver- neither do u need a waiver if you get O1 visa later but you will still need stamps from US consulate!!
Hi again! I am on F1 now and what should be the answer for this question: Is there any period of time in the U.S. that is not covered by your form DS-2019/formerly IAP-66?
Madhumitha Ramachandran if you have been on any other visa in US- then you should answer this as yes; otherwise no.
Hi Jitendra, Thank you for the detailed video. I got a scholarship from MHRD for my 2-year Mtech at IIT Delhi through GATE. Do I need to mention this information in the NORI affidavit? If yes, does this have any implications? Thank you!
Hello Jithender, Nice vedio. I just moved to Memphis want to do waiver from here. I found it is different from NY consulate. And one more thing here (Atlanta) not asking for Biodata. If you follow up in instructions. I am just confused whether to keep Biodata form from other consulate for it?
Is it for stage 3 ?
You need Biodata for stage 1 but not for stage 3 as they already have the Biodata.
All the best!
Hi Jitendra,
Thanks a LOT for this video. Really helpful.
I'm in the third stage of waiver process. I sent the documents to Missouri and to NY embassy. New York consulate issued me a waiver certificate and grant of waiver certificate. I have not heard from Washington DC yet.
I have a question: Should I send anything to Waiver division at Washington D.C.? From your video I understand that they will send me the certificate directly. IS that right?
Please respond. Thank you.
Hi Amy, that’s correct.
The Ny consulate must have send your waiver certificate copy to DC and you will be getting follow up docs from DC soon. I would highly advice sending emails and calling regularly to push them.
all the best!!
Thank you for the details about the waiver process. In the statement of reason should I write exact the same sentences that you shown in the video and it’s enough or I should add more details like I am postdoc fellow … and need waiver to continue the project work as the finding are very interesting….Kindly help me. Thanks
The statement is an example and is based on the fundamental facts that are pre-requisite of a waiver. It will serve those who has similar situation. Feel free to modify it as per your need.
All the best!!
Thank you very much. Awesome and very helpful video. Watched it many times.
Hi Jitendra thanks for the very informative video , we have followed your advice and currently at our 3 rd stage .
Please clarify if the region of last residence is the current address.thanks for your help
Yes!!
Hi Jitendra, This video is extremely helpful and explains all the respective details very clearly. i have a question with respect to the RPO clearance, do you know a weblink that provides information about the states that are exempted from RPO clearance..?
I don’t have the weblink. I guess the new procedure now is to still apply the regular way. And when ur application reaches RPO, they issue a certificate saying, “RPO” is not required. The only thing that changed for u or the applicant at this point of time is not the procedure as such but the time (will easily save u 2 months). This is true for Delhi, I don’t know about other states. I will update the video as I learn more.
@@JitendraPant7 thanks a lot for your reply. The applicant in this case is my wife. Curently, she has a O3 visa and now she has been offered a post doc. The university would help her to change the status to a J1 visa. However, in future once she wants to change from J1 to H1B or O1 or O3. The two year rule might pose a problem for us. As a result, we were already looking into the process of applying for a waiver. Since, her passport contains New Delhi as her permanent address, it already means that we would save some time in the entire process with respect to thr RPO clearance. Just one more thing, is there any validity associated to these no objection certificates issued by the MHRD/Secretariat/RPO? We are thinking of applying for these in few a months and hopefully obtaining them successfully. We then plan to use them when the appropriate time comes and apply online at USCIS.
Himank Anand Hi! No there is no validity issue. You can collect these docs from stage 2 and then apply for stage 3 at your convenient time. I did so after a year of stage 2 approval and had no problem. All the best!
@@JitendraPant7 Hi Jitendra! Thank you for making this very informative video. I have a question regarding the Stage II RPO part. My RPO is Delhi. Where should I send the documents to get the NORI certificate? Also, if I understood correctly, Delhi is just giving out the certificate in less time now as there is no verification required as such from the RPO office, is that right?
@@geetabhardwaj4667
hi geeta!
1. Not sure if I understood you correctly. You should get nori from the rpo in delhi that issued your passport.
2. Yes, but that information was before covid. Can’t speak for timelines anymore but yes delhi rpo is faster for the reason you stated.
All the best!
Hi Jitendra, It is very informative video. I have a question. I will be changing my address on April but then can still complete 1st stage in March? Would there be a complication latter as the address I will be mentioning in stage 1 will change. And I have subscribed to your channel.
Address change shall not be an issue specially if you have received your NORi from India.
Make sure you update it before you filed stage 3.
All the best!
WHAT SHOULD I WRITE IN THE SECTION OF DATE AND PLACE OF ISSUE IN THE MISCELLANEOUS FORM OF THE CGI NY
Hi Jitendra, This is really informative video. Can i start with stage 3 and in in parallel i can apply for stage 1 & stage 2?
1. You can fill DS-3035 and keep the third party barcode ready
2. Stage 2 can only be done after 1 is over.
Hope it helped. All the best Manish.
Thanks for the detailed video. I did my second stage and just received the NORI from Home Department via email. Do I have to wait for other two department to get the certificate or I am done with my second step and proceed to third one? Thanks in advance.
Hi Sonal,
You need to wait to get all three approval before you can move to stage 3.
All the best!!
do visit the page again and share your experiences to help others who need to hear it!!
Hi it's really a detailed video. Can you please tell me how to get the waiver when residing in india to apply for H1B.
Hi jitentendra thanks again for the video it is the best that's available you are awesome by helping all these people. I am in stage 3 the DOS received my no objection documents in April and it is still showing pending. How long does it take for decision and we did not get any confirmation mail other than the status on the portal. Is this normal? Please help!!!
Hi Nibha,
Your kind words mean a lot. The timelines earlier used to be 4-8 weeks. Due to covid it has dramatically increased. Please see the comments by Himank Anand, he has shared his recent experiences that is more in line with your timelines.
All the best!
Hello Jitendra Pant, Thanks for such a wonderful video. I have few doubts like can you please explain me? most of friends say that for waiver process it is better to stay at one particular address. So we should not change address when we applying for Waiver? we just need to submit only highest degree certificate ?
1. Changing address doesn’t create much problem as long as the CGI still stays the same. However if you must change the address there are additional steps if your CGI changes based on the new state of residence. I know a friend who did it without much work. Within the state there is no issue. In summary, while not changing address is best case scenario, a change of address is not the end of the day.
2. Yes the highest degree should suffice
Is J2 also need to follow the same process for getting the waiver? Or when J1 is applying for waiver (including Stage I, II and III) that is enough for j2 also?
Hello Mr. Jitendra, thank you so much for such an amazing video. This is question is just to get some hope and wisdom from you. Before seeing your video, a couple of days ago I approached an immigration law firm for this NORI process and they said it’s a long 10-11 months process even though I mentioned the website says it’s a few weeks process (the attorney even had a sarcasm response with a snicker smile) and just for this NORI process they are ready to charge 2800 and plus the US processing fee that are just a couple of 100’s. Whilst I felt a lil hopeless because being a teacher and I only have only one more year on my visa span, it’s not that easy for me to decide. I definitely need your advice on whether they are saying it to take money or is it really a 10-11 months process now? I hope yo hear from you soon. Pranam 🙏🏽!!! - Prema
Hi Prema,
Unfortunately, it can take 10-11
monthly easily because covid rated understaffing has only made it worse.
However, this video and comments have everything you need so no need to pay the attorney fees. The most time consuming step is India clearance but attorney can’t help you with that anyway. If you must use an attorney let me know, I can get you in touch with a law firm and ask them to give you discount to save you some $$!
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All the best!!
Thank you...........If we start the process of stage 3 now, any suggestions on timeline in present covid situation? tia
4-6 months in general to be realistic. I have heard some are still getting in 2 months.
This is such a useful video Jitendra!! Thanks a lot for putting so much effort and time to make it for helping out.
My J1 waiver is at its third stage. On September 3rd I see their received status while in June21st I sent applications. Now my current j1 is ending in 30Nov.
So can you please tell me, what are the ways I can expedite at least try to do, the process? It seems like after received date, they are taking 4-5 months which I don’t have in hand. So I am really concerned.
Also is there any possibility that my h1b petition can be filed based on the j1 waiver application received status( if not then which status of j1 waiver, can h1b be filed) so that I can at least legally stay in USA?
Hope you got the help! All the best!
Hi, i recently came across this video! My husband filed for his J1 waiver at the DOS in December 2022 & it was received in January 2023, but its June and we didn't hear anything from the DOS yet regarding the favorable recommendation? What should be done now ? Should we approach the local Congressman or Senator ! Please help Sir ! Thank you!
Approaching the senator might be too early. The current waiting time is 8-10 months. I recommend sending email to USCIS regularly to follow up.
please tell total time line for this process
Hi Jitendra, great video. Helped me a lot. I do want to ask you.. how do I find out whether I need a verification from regional passport office.
Hi Jhumri, it depends on two factors
1. Your CGI in US
2. The RPO that issued your passport/or rpo that falls under ur current residence
I know that Delhi residents don’t require it. There are j1 holders from different CGIs and States who have commented on this, please scroll through the comment section.
All the best. Keep us posted about ur experiences and any new changes in the process so that others can benefit from ur experience.
Best
Jitendra Pant
Hey, your video is very helpful. How much time it takes to do stage 3?
4-6 months currently!! All the best!!
Hi jitendra, Can you apply for this j1 waiver through NORI at any point in your j1 period? Or does it have to be when your j1 expires (at end of 7 years)?
It can be done anytime. Recommend you start stage 1 and 2 asap and finish stage 3 when ready to transition to another visa.
All the best
Jiten
WHAT SHOULD I WRITE IN THE SECTION OF DATE AND PLACE OF ISSUE IN MISCELLANEOUS FORM OF CGI NY
Hi Jitendra,
Thank you very much for making such an informative video. I have a quick question regarding the 2nd stage, I received the NOC from the MHRD Within a month (7/7/2021), but still waiting for another NOC from the Home Government and RPO. It's been about 7 months now and I have no update. How long does it take? Do I need to contact them to get the status of the NOC?
Thank you.
Has you situation gotten any better. Apologies for late response.
Best
Jiten
Hi Jitendra, Thanks a lot for sharing this excellent knowledge. It helped me a lot to understand the whole process. I have two questions for you, First one is regarding my address in my passport, I have an old address in my passport is this going to delay the process or I am good to go with it or should I apply for a new passport with the current address? Secondly, What about J2 holders, should they also apply or they are deemed fit to go with J1. Thanks again... and I subscribed (Step 2 of your process!)
The address in the passport has zero relevance in terms of RPO NOC so no need to wait.
All the best!
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Can you please guide me through Stage 1 in the filling up of (Biodata) copy of birth/ section 2 and Section 3 in the same form. Little confused in this part.
What is the confusion?
Can you please provide more details.
In general, write N/A to the parts where the answer is either a No or does not apply in your case.
all the best!!
Hi Dr. On my signed DS i have No Subject to the 212 section, but in the visa I have to comply with the 212 rule, so is it a mistake ? I'm from Ecuador, and my country belongs to those countries which have to comply the Rule, when i received my passport with the visa I asked them about this and they told me that the system
Unfortunately you are subjected to the rule. I have covered this at the beginning of this video.
Hope I answered your questions. All the best.
Thanks, Jitendra, for the great information. How do I know which state has removed NORI from passport?
Your CGI should be able to provide you with the information. All the best!
Hi Jitendera,
Thanks a lot for this amazing video.
I have a question that i am in the states on a J1 exchange visitor visa which is valid until december and i am currently in my last semester of undergrad and now i want to apply for masters degree and change my status to F1.I am also subjected to 212(e) . Should i also need a j1 to adjust my status to F1 because some website it requires and USCIS webiste does not mention F1 in waiver category what should i do please reply
Hi Jitender, Thanks for the informative video. I am in the fourth year of J1 visa. I want to apply for J1 waiver but my visa is expired. It got expired in Dec 2018. I have DS-2019 valid until Dec 2021. Unfortunately do you pandemic I am unable to travel to India and get visa renewed. Do you think I can start J1 waiver with expired visa and valid DS-2019 or I cannot apply at all? Please let me know what you think.
Many Thanks,
Manu
What is the difference between NORI I/NORI II/NORI III? On the New York Indian consulate website..
hello Jitendra, one question your certificate was issued in September 2017 from India, but CGI Atlanta document was issued on June 29, 2018, does it take this much time to go for this process in US after we submit everything to SF office?
No! I delayed it intentionally as I was in no hurry
Thanks for making this video , It is very helpful. Can you tell me if 3 months is enough time for Stage 3 (DOS).
In general yes. I got mine in 3.5 month. Know a friend who got in less than 3 months. Be safe and keep 4 months time in hand, sometimes consulate can cause some hiccups.
All the best!
Hi! Should we fill DS-3035 after getting all NORIs or can we do it while we are waiting for it?
Hi Jitendra , my friend referred your Video on J1 waiver . My wife is a Teacher here in Covington GA. The information you shared is of immense help. One quick question myself and my daughter are on J2 dependent Visa , so we also have to take a waiver or it’s just the Primary J 1 has to take ? Kindly share your opinion and thoughts . Best regards
Thanks for the nice note, glad you found it useful.
@Sanjeev- Just the primary Applicant. Once your wife gets the waiver, you and your daughter will get the waiver by default.
Kindly spread the words for more people to get help from this video. Recommend sharing on social media. Thanks
Hi Jitendra,
Thanks for your great explanation. I have a 2 year residency rule and I am currently in my F1 visa ( 3 semester of my Masters). When do think the correct time to start the process. I don't have a job
company to sponsor my H1B (not yet at least). Any leads is much appreciated.
If you are on F1 or OPT, you can apply for J1 waiver asap. Don’t delay a day as its a very slow process (may take about an year or more). Ideally you have it before adjustment of status of a new visa (H1B, Card etc).
Thankfully you may have extra time if you work on opt (3 yrs).
Hi Jitendra , An update - These days MHRD is not issuing the NORI certificate within 10 days. It is over a month and I am still waiting. I found the same situation with some recent applicants. If there are more people like me, please comment below.
Hi Enjay,
I agree- i noticed that too.
Thanks for adding. Need more volunteers like you.
Best
Jiten
@@JitendraPant7 it is time to simplify this process altogether . Having a single electronic submission for stage 2 with a common standard procedure for all (regardless of their state of origin or the country where they are living) . May be some scientists should come forward and talk to the government to amend the existing procedure. In the past once people get the waiver done , they just move on with their life . Now people are coming forward atleast . Such complex procedures are only hurting our country in the long term .
Agreed. Thanks for adding Enjay.
Best
Jiten
Hi Jitendra, Thanks for the super helpful video. I am currently waiting for the waiver to come. DOS received NOC on July 12, but nothing from them yet. I had one question on next steps post getting J1 waiver? Can one still travel to India and get J1 stamped to use for getting back in US, if the current J1 is valid till next year?
Unless you have got the waiver you can travel and get J1 stamps! However in your case since you got the notice from the DoS, there is a risk and depending on how the immigration officer at the Airport navigates the situation your entry can be denied even if you get the visa stamp! Also traveling is risky at the moment, I would advice switching to another visa (if possible) and travel after November once the travel restrictions and NIE requirements are dismissed!
Thank you Mr. Jithendra for making a helpful video. I have quick question in the third stage. I'm J1 visa holder applying for waiver.I finished my third stage. I have also received the case number. I'm ready to send the two packet. Do I need to send a covering letter along with two packets?
You can send a cover letter (its not mandatory). In my case I did send a cover letter to list all the docs that I was sending.
Regards
Cover letter for DoS? Missouri?
U don’t need that. But you need third party barcode which has statement of waiver. So have that along with NORIs
Hi Jitendra, Thanks for sharing complete details. I am also applying for the waiver procedure and have received three NoCs from home country. I am filling up DS-3035 and I am unable to generate the summary packet. I tried several times with different browsers and computers too, it showing application error. Display packet link is not working. Do you have any idea how to go about it? I tried approaching DoS but was not helpful.
Interesting- I didn’t have this problem.
1. Did u try “enabling cookies” ?
2. To me this looks more like computer related error. I wish I could be more helpful :(
I request the people reading this post to kindly help Swati in the matter.
All the best!
Hello again Jitendra. Is it necessary to send marksheet, degree certificate copy (or original) to the local consulate for bio-data attestation at stage 1? Thanks a lot.
Hi Sabya, none of it is necessary.
Please see the list of docs in the video. That is all u need.
Thanks
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Hey JP, once we send our package to DoS, is there anyway to check the status of it ?
Online thing does not work. But u will receive letters from every step as ur case will move forward including when DoD received your request from Indian Consulate by DoS and j1 waiver division in St Louis. Ultimately you will receive i-767c and i767. It takes 3-4 months overall. But its pretty streamlines so nothing to worry about.
Hello. I hope you are still answering questions. If I file for a waiver based on no objection statement, do I need to be married or have intentions to get married. Or job offer. In other words what can I say for them to grant waiver without being married or job offer
Hi Jitendra, thank you for such a useful video. I just want to know, do I need to submit J1 waiver application for my spouse and dependent child?
Hi Manoj,
You don’t need to submit waiver request for your (visa) dependents.
All the best!