Request for DS-2019

DS-2019 Request Form

The DS-2019 Certificate of Eligibility for J-1 Exchange Visitor Status is the form you will use to apply for your visa.

  • Biographic Information

    This information is required to issue your DS-2019 Certificate of Eligibility for Exchange Visitor Status (J-1 Non-Immigrant). Please enter your information accurately.
  • Enter your name as it appears on your passport.
  • Select your country of citizenship.
  • Select your current country of legal residence.
  • Enter the address to which you would like your documents mailed.
    Express mail service is available at your expense. Instructions for express mail service will be provided to you in the confirmation email.
  • Enter your current e-mail address.

  • Mandatory Accident & Illness Insurance

    The United States Department of State requires J-1 Exchange Visitors to have accident & illness insurance for the duration of their program dates. The estimated cost of insurance is based on your age. The cost is estimated at $600 for the academic year, if you are 24 years of age or younger. For VLI and VLCs: the cost of insurance will be covered by the Department of Modern Languages and Literature, as outlined in your contract. If you plan to remain in the U.S. after your program end date, it is highly advised you purchase additional insurance. If you would like to continue your dates of coverage, email CIE for instructions. Please be advised that insurance coverage extending beyond your official program dates will NOT be covered by UMW.

  • Emergency Contact Information

    Please enter the name and contact information for the person you would like us to contact in case of emergency.

  • Personal Expenses

    Although most of your expenses are covered per the terms of your contract, you will be responsible for personal expenses such as, airfare, university meal plan, medical expenses not covered by insurance, and personal travel expenses. As such, we require you to submit proof of finances in the amount of $500 US dollars minimum.
  • A meal plan for the University Center dining facilities is required. Prices below cover meal plans for the academic year (2 semesters). Please choose one: Note: plans and cost subject to change, visit umw.sodexomyway.com/my-meal-plan for more information.
    Although most of your expenses are covered per the terms of your contract, you will be responsible for personal expenses such as, airfare, university meal plan, medical expenses not covered by insurance, and personal travel expenses. As such, we recommend a personal allowance in the amounts listed above.
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