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What are the differences between the J-1 short-term visa and the J-1 research scholar visa?

April 26, 2017differences J-1 Research scholar short-term Visa

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What are the differences between the J-1 short-term visa and the J-1 research scholar visa?

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A. J-1 visa for Short-Term Scholars – The total time allowed in the U.S. for a J-1 short-term scholar is six months–no exceptions. J-1 visas for short-term scholars cannot be extended. J-1 visa for Research Scholars – The total time allowed in the U.S. for a J-1 research scholar is three years.