New regulations begin today for J1 Visa Exchange Visitor Program

American visaThe U.S. Department of State has formulated new regulations governing the J1 Visa Exchange Visitor Program, the non-immigrant visa category for individuals approved to participate in work-and study-based exchange visitor programs.

Beginning Jan. 5, all incoming J1 visa holders will have to prove their English proficiency skills. Visit case.edu/finadmin/humres/ffs/news.html for more information, or contact Immigration and HR Services at 216.368.4289.