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All international scholars, staff, and family must possess a valid passport and visa to enter the U.S. To apply for a visa to come to the U.S. as an exchange visitor (J-1), or scholar, you must go to the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate in your country and present your DS-2019 form and passport. The application process varies from country to country, so you should contact the appropriate consular office in your country regarding its visa application process prior to making the application.
Please be aware that a visa does not guarantee entrance into the U.S. The USCIS has the authority to deny admission at the port of entry. You should make sure to have all of your documents in order upon arrival. Before leaving the airplane, the flight attendant will pass out an I-94 card for you to fill out with information regarding your arrival in the U.S.
At the port of entry into the U.S., immigration officials will inspect your passport, visa, and statement of financial support. They will also stamp your documents as proof of your legal entry into the United States. Your Form I-94 is usually stapled in your passport. It documents your entry, including your status and length of time you can stay in the U.S., on your visa.
While traveling, carry important documents with you. Do not place them in a suitcase.
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