Processing Timelines and Fees
Program Fees
Fees for New J-1 Applications
| Product | Description | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| J-1 sponsorship fee | 15 business days | $2,110 |
| **SEVIS fee | $220 | |
| **Expedited processing | 5 business days | $800 |
| J-2 dependent sponsorship | for accompanying family members | $750 |
| *Premium Processing | 1 business day | $1500 |
*The availability of premium processing is assessed on a case-by-case basis.
**This fee is nonrefundable.
Fees for Ongoing J-1 Programs
| Product | Description | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Separate family application | For family members who will be joining a J-1 exchange visitor after the program has begun | $750 |
| Extension | Extension of an existing J-1 program within the maximum program duration | $725 |
| Amendment | Amendment of an existing J1 program | $375 |
| Replacement DS2019 | Replacement of a lost, damaged or stolen Form DS-2019 | $150 |
| Site visit | Host companies with less than 25 employees and/or less than $3 million dollars in revenue will require a site visit | $200 |
| Expedited processing | 1-2 business days | $800 |
Site Visits
**A site visit fee is only necessary if a site visit is required per federal regulations prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Eligibility. This occurs in cases where annual revenue for the host organization is less than $3 million. Site visits that must be scheduled within 2 weeks of the initial notification of a required site visit must include expedited processing.
Refund Policy
Applications connected to SHRM's Exchange Visitor Program will be subject to the following refund policy:
- New J-1 Sponsorship Applications: If an application is submitted to SHRM and is withdrawn or canceled by either the host organization or the participant for any reason prior to issuance of the DS-2019 form, the party responsible for paying the sponsorship fee will still be responsible for a fee equivalent to 50 percent of the standard processing fee. Refunds will be given only to the party responsible for paying the sponsorship fee. After the Form DS-2019 has been issued, no refund will be issued for any reason.
- Applications for Additional J-1 Services: No refunds will be available after the application for the following have been submitted to SHRM: amendment of existing J-1 program; extension of existing J-1 program; separate family sponsorship request; required site visit; and Form DS-2019 replacement request.
Frequently Asked Questions
Learn more about exchange visitor requirements and compliance items related to your sponsored program. You will also find information about cultural activities and international travel.
Program Forms & Documents
As you prepare for your journey to the United States, please consult the following orientation materials prepared by the U.S. Department of State and by SHRM.