J-1 Waiver
1. Certain J visa holders are subject to a 2-year foreign residency requirement. This means they must return to their home country or country of their last residence for 2 years upon completion of their J status in the U.S.
2. The 2-year foreign residency requirement may be waived.
3. The waivers also apply to certain family members of J visa holders.4. All Rights Reserved.
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