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J-1 Research Scholar |
H-1B Scholar |
| Time |
5 years allowed on Research Scholar category (no extensions beyond 5 years) |
6 years allowed in H-1B status; given in 3 year increments or less time. Extensions possible based on PR process. |
| Processing Time |
Quick processing: Immigration documents will be issued immediately by the IC office. |
H-1B status requires USCIS approval which varies and may take 3-4 months on average. Premium processing ($1000) takes 2-3 weeks. |
| Restrictions |
Possibly subject to 212(e) - needs a waiver to change to H-1B or permanent residency. 24 month bar on repeat participation on Research Scholar category - can return as a research scholar only 24 months after the first research scholar program ended. |
Wage requirement (prevailing wage) and all financial support must come from MU |
| Fees |
$150 Administrative fee (paid by department) |
$320 I-129 fee; $500 anti-fraud fee; $1,000 fee for expedited processing if requested, $800 Administrative fee. Department has to pay all the fees except the $1,000 that can be paid by beneficiary. |
| Dependents |
J-2 dependent is allowed to take classes or purse a degree; also allowed to work with USCIS recommendation. Obtaining work authorization as a J-2 from USCIS may take up to 3 months. |
H-4 dependents may take classes or pursue a degree. H-4 dependent is not allowed to work |
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Last Modified: November 20, 2008
