What are the requirements for J1 program sponsors?
To ensure that the exchange visitor program is suitable to the participant’s background, needs, and experience, sponsors screen and select their program participants according to the eligibility criteria for each program category. Some categories require that a personal interview be part of the screening/selection process. In addition to program-specific criteria, all participants must satisfy English language proficiency and insurance requirements. In addition, sponsors are to provide participants with pre-arrival information prior to their departure from their home countries and with an appropriate orientation. Sponsors are also required to monitor the progress and welfare of the participants in their programs.
