Thank you for this video , does the marriage certificate needs to be done in the j1 visa holder home country or it's okay if it was done in a different country ???
Hello, i want to ask. I am a green card holder who has applied i-130 for wife 2 years ago, still pending approval. We are both doctors and will be taking USMLE exams and eventually start residency in usa. If i get in first, can my wife and son be given J2 visas so they can come with me? At the same time her i130 process continues at its normal pace?
Hello, great video content! My husband is going to the USA with a j1 visa and I'm going to try the j2 visa. My question is: I'm unemployed at the moment does this reduce my chances of being approved? I have money saved to cover the costs of the trip but I don't have a monthly income. Does this mean my chances are very low of being approved? Thank you so much!!
Hello and thank you! Your employment status will not matter. Your husband's salary does need to be able to support the both of you while you are in the U.S.
Hello Avery, my daughter is a J2 who attends Community College and has applied for premium processing of F1 visa before she ages out. USCIS responded and asked for the J1 2 year home waiver which has been applied for but not yet granted. USCIS has informed her that she has been denied change of status because she has not provided the evidence of the waiver in the stipulated time…does she have to reapply for a change in status when we are granted the waiver?
helo😊my annual salary is 46,201$ annually,will the consul grant the visa for my 3 dependents?my wife and 2 minor kids ages 8 and 5 is my dependent..hope you can help me with this mam Thank you
Hello. There is no specific number to meet. It all depends on the cost of living where you will be living and what your monthly expenses are. Good luck!
I wanted to know whether after getting J2 visa and applying for EAD card, can I go back to my hometown to continue the job and then after receiving the EAD card, can I quit the job and go to US so that there is no career gap?
Hi and thanks for all the valuable information! Do you know if there´s any special or exceptional way of submitting the work permit application without being in the US? For example, if I legally stablish a postal address in the US, do I need to wait inside the country until my work permit is approved? Or I can be out of the country til having my work permit granted? Thanks!
Hello! In order to submit an application for the EAD card, you must reside in the U.S. There are no exceptions to this rule. Setting up a PO Box or any other address won't circumvent the rule. Good luck!
Hi Avery. Thanks in advance for those valuable videos. I would like to know if an OPT holder can apply for a change or adjustment of status to J2 while in the United States.
After getting J2 visa, how long the travel to United states be delayed? For instance is there any condition that we should travel within 1 month or 3months of getting the J2 Visa..?
Hello, It's a great video content for J2 visa holders. I'm currently staying in the USA with a J2 visa. Can I change my J2 visa status to J1 visa if I get a J1 visa sponsor. What are the criteria and time limit to change the visa status from J2 to J1? Means is it possible to change J2 to J1? If so.. please let me know how to do that? Thank you
@@j-1visaconsulting258 Thank you so much for your reply. My husband and I have been staying in California since the last five months. My husband has a J1 visa and I have a J2 visa. His visa will expire after 7 months and also my visa (J2) will expire as J2 is dependent on J1. We don't know if my husband will get the extension for next. I am looking for a postdoctoral position here and hopefully I will get it soon. Usually the university provides a J1 visa for postdoctoral applicants. If I get a postdoctoral position here I want to convert my J2 visa to J1 visa because I do not want to depend on my husband's J1 visa as there's always a risk factor to get extension of J1 visa for next, and I want to have my own J1 visa for my postdoc study here. Is it possible to change J2 visa to J1 visa? What are the criteria for that? I will be grateful if you provide me with detailed information about it. Thank you
@@sarnalisanfui3232 It's generally not recommended to change from a J-2 visa to a J-1 visa. If you would like to discuss your personal situation further, you can book a consultation here: j1visaconsulting.com/my-bookings/
Hi thank you for this important information..can you please tell me about j2 spouse Visa interview questions ..which types of questions will ask in interview..
Hello. J-2 dependents should be prepared to answer questions about their spouse, their relationship, if they have family in the U.S., future employment plans and more. Good luck!
Hello! Thank you for this video. I would like to ask about J2 visas. I am already in the US and my husband is planning to follow me after 6 months. But for our children, we want to get them after a year. Is it possible for them to apply for visas at the same time but different time of following me here in the US? Thank you so much.
Hello. I assume you are on a J-1 visa? If so, you can add J-2 dependents at any time. Each J-2 dependent will have to consular process and can enter the U.S. as long as their visa is valid, even if it's after some time. Good luck!
Hi there love your videos....my husband is in the process of applying for the J1 and of course the family will go with him...the thing is we have 2 children however only one is his biological child ( she is mine ) and we are married...can my daughter ( not his biological) will be allowed on the J2?
Thanks for the support! J-2 dependents can only be legal spouses and unmarried children under the age of 21. If your husband is not listed on your daughter's birth certificate, you will need to provide your own marriage certificate and proof that your daughter is also under the care of your husband. A sponsor might ask for additional documentation as well. But yes, step children are permitted. Good luck!
Hi. What if you have a child but outside of marriage? If you are the father and your child has your last name, will the father (J1) be able to bring his son as J2? Thank you.
Hello. It doesn't matter if you're married or not. If you have a son and your name is on your son's birth certificate, he is eligible to be a J-2 dependent.
Hello, Please help me out I have selected for a postdoc position in US organisation said they provide me J1 visa and my for my husband will be on a J2 visa. Since he is currently employed in India and his current indian employer will allow her to work remotely from the US when he relocates, he will be getting paid in indian rupees and will get paid in India. Is she allowed to do this while on a J2 visa and without an EAD?
Hello. I suggest that you contact your spouse's employer's HR department as they will need to confirm their processes for employers working remotely in other countries.
Hello. You can only work while you have the proper documentation. If your EAD card is expired, you should wait for the new one to arrive and contact your employer to ensure you are not out of compliance.
Hello. There is no minimum salary. It all depends on where you will be living as the cost of living does vary state by state. You will need to have enough to support your family during your duration of stay in the U.S.
Hello. I'm a J2 and I've been in the US for 2 months. I've been looking for information about working online by myself, like teaching languages. A J2 can work as a self employed? If so what do I need to get a permission for that? Only EAD would be enough? Do I have to register a business or something similar? And how about taxes? Do I have to fill the forms jointly with my husband ? I really need to work here and still didn't figure out how to do that. I'm an online language teacher already so I would like to be able to get payed here without any issues. Thanks.
@@j-1visaconsulting258 hello! Let me add a question regarding the type of job you can apply for while living in the US as a J-2. Is it possible to work remotely for a company based in other country? Thanks a lot for the clarity and thoroughness of the video :)
Hello Avery I hope if you can give my guidance My Husband and I, both have the interview in the us embassy at the same day but with different timing, mine is at 9:30 am and his is at 11:45 am , that is because he is applying for the J1 visa from a different country than mine as he is doing his PhD abroad I want to know if this will be an issue for me as a J2 visa applicant ? We have tried to book different appointments but there was no luck in that. Thank you in advance.
hi! i'm a j2 and i want to do online classes from my school in home country so i can work with flexible hours. is that possible or am i required to attend local schools in us?
Hi,am coming along with my wife and she's on J1 visa, I'll be in j2 visa, we're about to have an interview for the US visa, is it allow for j2 visa to work in US incase am being ask during the interview?
Hello! I am on a J1 visa and I need to wait 4 months before applying for my spouse's J2 visa request per my sponsor. Is it OK to have my spouse visit me or stay with me for up to 4-5 months while we wait for the J2 visa? This would be done with a B1/B2 visa in the meantime. Thank you!
Hello Diego. As long as she has the proper visa to stay in the U.S. this is fine. You should then contact your sponsor when you are ready to add her as a J-2.
Hello. If you are on a J-2 visa, you will need to first obtain the EAD card. Once you have that, you can work unrestricted in the U.S. for any employer.
hi! what if the the parent of the child applies for this when the child is 19 but the process is completed when the child is 21 will he/she still be able to benefit?
@@dadrianmorgan1077 Hello. The process shouldn't take 2 years to apply for the J-1 visa. Dependent children are eligible as long as they are under the age of 21 and not married.
Hello. I believe you are inquiring about form DS-5535, which is a form that asks supplementary questions. If this is asked of you, you should complete it in entirety and return it back to the consular office.
My spouse got j1 visa. And i got j 2 visa. Can a j2 visa holder go back to home country after settling their spouse. Do we need to amend ds2019 form for j2?
Yes, J-2 dependents can enroll in university. You should contact the university's international student office to ensure they don't have any additional requirements.
Hi I am currently on J2 visa and have applied for my ead which should come within next 15 days. I want to ask whether a J2 holder once he or she gets the ead card can pursue post doc in a university?
@@Life_on_the_Go I applied on June and waiting for the approval. Did you get your EAD approval and waiting for the EAD card or are you waiting for the card only? How long did it take for you to get the approval of your i-765 application?
Thank you for this video content. It was clear.
You're welcome; thanks for watching!
Thank you for this video , does the marriage certificate needs to be done in the j1 visa holder home country or it's okay if it was done in a different country ???
Hi! Your video was really helpful thank you so much.
Can j2 visa holder study in the u.s , get scholarship Or learn some skills ?
Hello, i want to ask. I am a green card holder who has applied i-130 for wife 2 years ago, still pending approval.
We are both doctors and will be taking USMLE exams and eventually start residency in usa. If i get in first, can my wife and son be given J2 visas so they can come with me? At the same time her i130 process continues at its normal pace?
Hello, great video content!
My husband is going to the USA with a j1 visa and I'm going to try the j2 visa. My question is: I'm unemployed at the moment does this reduce my chances of being approved? I have money saved to cover the costs of the trip but I don't have a monthly income. Does this mean my chances are very low of being approved?
Thank you so much!!
Hello and thank you! Your employment status will not matter. Your husband's salary does need to be able to support the both of you while you are in the U.S.
@@j-1visaconsulting258 thank you!!
Hello Avery, my daughter is a J2 who attends Community College and has applied for premium processing of F1 visa before she ages out. USCIS responded and asked for the J1 2 year home waiver which has been applied for but not yet granted. USCIS has informed her that she has been denied change of status because she has not provided the evidence of the waiver in the stipulated time…does she have to reapply for a change in status when we are granted the waiver?
Hello. If she wishes to still change her status, she will need to apply again.
Thank you but I have a question if a wife have j1 to usa to a programme eligible for 2 weeks can my husband travel with me in the same time
helo😊my annual salary is 46,201$ annually,will the consul grant the visa for my 3 dependents?my wife and 2 minor kids ages 8 and 5 is my dependent..hope you can help me with this mam Thank you
Hello. There is no specific number to meet. It all depends on the cost of living where you will be living and what your monthly expenses are. Good luck!
I wanted to know whether after getting J2 visa and applying for EAD card, can I go back to my hometown to continue the job and then after receiving the EAD card, can I quit the job and go to US so that there is no career gap?
No, you must wait in the U.S. for your EAD to be approved.
Hi and thanks for all the valuable information! Do you know if there´s any special or exceptional way of submitting the work permit application without being in the US? For example, if I legally stablish a postal address in the US, do I need to wait inside the country until my work permit is approved? Or I can be out of the country til having my work permit granted? Thanks!
Hello! In order to submit an application for the EAD card, you must reside in the U.S. There are no exceptions to this rule. Setting up a PO Box or any other address won't circumvent the rule. Good luck!
Hi Avery. Thanks in advance for those valuable videos. I would like to know if an OPT holder can apply for a change or adjustment of status to J2 while in the United States.
Hello and you're welcome. Yes, this is possible although it might take longer than consular processing.
After getting J2 visa, how long the travel to United states be delayed? For instance is there any condition that we should travel within 1 month or 3months of getting the J2 Visa..?
No. As long as your J-2 visa is valid, you can enter the U.S.
@@j-1visaconsulting258 Thankyou:-)
Hello,
It's a great video content for J2 visa holders. I'm currently staying in the USA with a J2 visa. Can I change my J2 visa status to J1 visa if I get a J1 visa sponsor. What are the criteria and time limit to change the visa status from J2 to J1? Means is it possible to change J2 to J1? If so.. please let me know how to do that?
Thank you
No, it's generally not recommended to change from a J-2 visa to a J-1 visa.
@@j-1visaconsulting258
Thank you so much for your reply.
My husband and I have been staying in California since the last five months. My husband has a J1 visa and I have a J2 visa. His visa will expire after 7 months and also my visa (J2) will expire as J2 is dependent on J1. We don't know if my husband will get the extension for next. I am looking for a postdoctoral position here and hopefully I will get it soon. Usually the university provides a J1 visa for postdoctoral applicants. If I get a postdoctoral position here I want to convert my J2 visa to J1 visa because I do not want to depend on my husband's J1 visa as there's always a risk factor to get extension of J1 visa for next, and I want to have my own J1 visa for my postdoc study here. Is it possible to change J2 visa to J1 visa? What are the criteria for that? I will be grateful if you provide me with detailed information about it.
Thank you
@@sarnalisanfui3232 It's generally not recommended to change from a J-2 visa to a J-1 visa. If you would like to discuss your personal situation further, you can book a consultation here: j1visaconsulting.com/my-bookings/
Hi thank you for this important information..can you please tell me about j2 spouse Visa interview questions ..which types of questions will ask in interview..
Hello. J-2 dependents should be prepared to answer questions about their spouse, their relationship, if they have family in the U.S., future employment plans and more. Good luck!
Hello! Thank you for this video. I would like to ask about J2 visas. I am already in the US and my husband is planning to follow me after 6 months. But for our children, we want to get them after a year. Is it possible for them to apply for visas at the same time but different time of following me here in the US? Thank you so much.
Hello. I assume you are on a J-1 visa? If so, you can add J-2 dependents at any time. Each J-2 dependent will have to consular process and can enter the U.S. as long as their visa is valid, even if it's after some time. Good luck!
I will be a J2. I would like to know what I should bring to my consular appointment. And the reasons they could say «No» to my request.
Hi, ma'am my spouse is a j-1 visa holder and i am a j2 visa can i follow hin to the US in 3months? Thank you
Hello! Yes, you can enter the U.S. after your J-1 spouse does.
Hi there love your videos....my husband is in the process of applying for the J1 and of course the family will go with him...the thing is we have 2 children however only one is his biological child ( she is mine ) and we are married...can my daughter ( not his biological) will be allowed on the J2?
Thanks for the support! J-2 dependents can only be legal spouses and unmarried children under the age of 21. If your husband is not listed on your daughter's birth certificate, you will need to provide your own marriage certificate and proof that your daughter is also under the care of your husband. A sponsor might ask for additional documentation as well. But yes, step children are permitted. Good luck!
Hi. What if you have a child but outside of marriage? If you are the father and your child has your last name, will the father (J1) be able to bring his son as J2? Thank you.
Hello. It doesn't matter if you're married or not. If you have a son and your name is on your son's birth certificate, he is eligible to be a J-2 dependent.
Can I as J-2 visa holder study nursing?
Yes, J-2 dependents can study.
Hello,
Please help me out
I have selected for a postdoc position in US organisation said they provide me J1 visa and my for my husband will be on a J2 visa. Since he is currently employed in India and his current indian employer will allow her to work remotely from the US when he relocates, he will be getting paid in indian rupees and will get paid in India. Is she allowed to do this while on a J2 visa and without an EAD?
Hello. I suggest that you contact your spouse's employer's HR department as they will need to confirm their processes for employers working remotely in other countries.
Hello is 47 days of employee between the first ead expiry and the second ead for approval for a j2 dependent considered unlawful?
Hello. You can only work while you have the proper documentation. If your EAD card is expired, you should wait for the new one to arrive and contact your employer to ensure you are not out of compliance.
Can I enroll my daughter for a pre K free and full day?
Hello. If your daughter is a J-2 dependent, she is eligible to go to school in the U.S.
Hello!
How much minimum salary is considered for J1 holder to bring their spouse and infant on J2 visa?!
Thank you in advance.
Hello. There is no minimum salary. It all depends on where you will be living as the cost of living does vary state by state. You will need to have enough to support your family during your duration of stay in the U.S.
My husband is going to us on J2 visa from last 10 months... after our marriage in March 2023 .can I apply for the j2 visas..?
If your husband will be a J-2 visa holder, he is already on a dependent visa. You will not be eligible for a J-2 as well.
@@j-1visaconsulting258 sorry ma'am it's my typing mistake...he is on J1 visa
@@Misti98319 If your husband is on a J-1 visa you should be eligible for a J-2 visa.
Is fluent English speaking important for j2 visa?
@@Misti98319 It is helpful but not required.
Hi maam where can i get the certified english translation?
Thank you
Hello. You can obtain a certified English translator from any official translating company.
Hello. I'm a J2 and I've been in the US for 2 months. I've been looking for information about working online by myself, like teaching languages. A J2 can work as a self employed? If so what do I need to get a permission for that? Only EAD would be enough? Do I have to register a business or something similar? And how about taxes? Do I have to fill the forms jointly with my husband ? I really need to work here and still didn't figure out how to do that. I'm an online language teacher already so I would like to be able to get payed here without any issues. Thanks.
Hello Gisele. Yes, J-2 visa holders are permitted to work in the U.S. without restriction, so that included self employment.
@@j-1visaconsulting258 hello! Let me add a question regarding the type of job you can apply for while living in the US as a J-2. Is it possible to work remotely for a company based in other country? Thanks a lot for the clarity and thoroughness of the video :)
Hello Avery
I hope if you can give my guidance
My Husband and I, both have the interview in the us embassy at the same day but with different timing, mine is at 9:30 am and his is at 11:45 am , that is because he is applying for the J1 visa from a different country than mine as he is doing his PhD abroad
I want to know if this will be an issue for me as a J2 visa applicant ?
We have tried to book different appointments but there was no luck in that.
Thank you in advance.
Different times of your appointment shouldn't affect your application process. Good luck!
hi! i'm a j2 and i want to do online classes from my school in home country so i can work with flexible hours. is that possible or am i required to attend local schools in us?
Hello. You will need to check with your university to see what their requirements are for living in a different country.
Hi,am coming along with my wife and she's on J1 visa, I'll be in j2 visa, we're about to have an interview for the US visa, is it allow for j2 visa to work in US incase am being ask during the interview?
Hello. Yes, J-2 visa holders can work in the U.S. once they obtain the EAD card. This can take weeks or months to process after submission. Good luck!
Hello! I am on a J1 visa and I need to wait 4 months before applying for my spouse's J2 visa request per my sponsor. Is it OK to have my spouse visit me or stay with me for up to 4-5 months while we wait for the J2 visa? This would be done with a B1/B2 visa in the meantime. Thank you!
Hello Diego. As long as she has the proper visa to stay in the U.S. this is fine. You should then contact your sponsor when you are ready to add her as a J-2.
@@j-1visaconsulting258 thank you so much! Love your videos.
Hello Maam/Sir i have a question if im holding J2 visa can i work as a delivery driver?like parcels delivery from fed ex or amazon?thank you!
Hello. If you are on a J-2 visa, you will need to first obtain the EAD card. Once you have that, you can work unrestricted in the U.S. for any employer.
Thank you so much!
Hello
Minor children also under 2yr old need also DS 2019???
Hello. Yes, all J-2 dependents needs a DS-2019 form.
hi! what if the the parent of the child applies for this when the child is 19 but the process is completed when the child is 21 will he/she still be able to benefit?
or it doesnt take that long?
@@dadrianmorgan1077 Hello. The process shouldn't take 2 years to apply for the J-1 visa. Dependent children are eligible as long as they are under the age of 21 and not married.
What is about DC 5535 form under administration processes.
Hello. I believe you are inquiring about form DS-5535, which is a form that asks supplementary questions. If this is asked of you, you should complete it in entirety and return it back to the consular office.
@@j-1visaconsulting258 Yes I did the form DS 5535 on October. And they told my husband. His visa is undergoing administration processes.
My spouse got j1 visa. And i got j 2 visa. Can a j2 visa holder go back to home country after settling their spouse. Do we need to amend ds2019 form for j2?
Hello. I'm not sure what you mean by settling but a J-2 can end their program early by informing their sponsor to get an amended DS-2019 form.
@@j-1visaconsulting258 sir. I hold j2 visa and want to go back to home coutry for urgent work but will be coming back after a month. Is it possible.?
@@abhishekverma-qh5qx This should be possible. You need to discuss this with your sponsor for final approval.
Can spouse on J2 visa pursue any degree seeking program in a university such as Masters or PhD?
Yes, J-2 dependents can enroll in university. You should contact the university's international student office to ensure they don't have any additional requirements.
@@j-1visaconsulting258 Thank you ^-^
Hi I am currently on J2 visa and have applied for my ead which should come within next 15 days. I want to ask whether a J2 holder once he or she gets the ead card can pursue post doc in a university?
Hi Shipra, even I am waiting for my EAD card. When did you apply for the same?
@@roadMapLearner Hi I applied 2 months back. Some of my friends got it in 2 months so I am hoping I will get it in the same time frame.
@@Life_on_the_Go I applied on June and waiting for the approval. Did you get your EAD approval and waiting for the EAD card or are you waiting for the card only? How long did it take for you to get the approval of your i-765 application?
Hello Shipra, Yes, J-2 dependents are eligible to work and study in the U.S.
@@roadMapLearner
just complete my graduation in Early Childhood Education what is the best way for me to move in USA?
If you would like to be on the Teacher program, that might be an option for you. Good luck.