Maintaining valid J-1 status is the responsibility of every exchange visitor participating in a U.S. Department of State–designated program.Failure to follow J-1 regulations may result in loss of status, program termination, or future visa difficulties. This article outlines the core requirements for maintaining J-1 status, based strictly on U.S. Department of State regulations (22 CFR … Continue reading Maintaining J-1 Status: What Every Exchange Visitor Must Know