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University of Florida

Faculty

Effective December 22, 2025, the course entitled Understanding the J-1 Visa Program at UF is required for every faculty member who is (or wishes) to host a J-1 visitor. The course must be completed before their department can make a request to our office for a DS2019, and it does include a request for extending, shortening, or changing a visitor's program. The course is valid for one year, and the faculty member must send their certificate of completion to their departmental HR.  

Understanding the J-1 Visa Program at UF is conveniently available through MyUFTraining

Key details:

  • Required for all UF faculty hosting J-1 visitors
  • Must be completed before submitting a DS-2019 request
  • Covers responsibilities and compliance requirements
  • Certification is valid for one year
  • Faculty must send their certificate of completion to their departmental HR

 

For more information, please contact Luis Johnson at LFjohnson@ufic.ufl.edu.