How can a scholars family members get J-2 visas to accompany him/her?
Dependents of J-1 Exchange Visitors (spouse and unmarried children under the age of 21) can enter the United States in J-2 status. See the ISchO’s “Instructions for Entering the United States as a J-2 Dependent” for more information. Each dependent will need a separate Form DS-2019 from the ISchO. Dependents may travel with the J-1 Exchange Visitor or join the J-1 Exchange Visitor later. Incoming scholars should include Information about accompanying family members on Form B. Scholars who are already at MIT should contact the ISchO for more information. Please Note: Dependent children cannot remain in J-2 visa status after their 21st birthday.
