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| 9. | How do I apply for J-2 visa? | | |
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The application procedure is the same as the J-1. The Form DS-2019, Certificate of Eligibility, which is sent to the J-1 covers dependents |  | | •
| If the spouse and/or children apply for visas at a later date, a duplicate Form DS-2019, Certificate of Eligibility, must be obtained from the sponsor and furnished together with a copy of principal applicant's J-1 visa |
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| 10. | Where do I file my J2 visa application? | | | |
| | You may submit your J2 visa application to: | | | | | |
| • | A USCIS field office in the U.S. if you are in a lawful status in the U.S. |
| | • | An American Consulate near your place of residence in your home country if you are outside the U.S. |
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What are the documents required to apply for J-2 visa? | | | | | | The
documents required for J-2 visa are: | | | | | |
| • | Completed USCIS Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization, and signature card (available at OIE) | |
| • | Check or money order in the amount of $100 made payable to the USCIS | |
| • | Photocopy of USCIS Form I-94 (front and back) of J-1 (student or scholar) |
| | • | Photocopy of USCIS Form I-94 (front and back) of J-2 (dependent) |
| | • | Photocopy of current Form DS-2019 Certificate of Eligibility |
| | • | Cover letter | |
| • | Photocopy of first three pages in passport (clear copy of passport and/or visa photo required) |
| | • | Two photos with a white background taken no earlier than 30 days before submission to the USCIS |
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