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On July 17, 2026, DHS published a final rule establishing a fixed time period of admission and an extension of stay procedure for J exchange visitors. This rule is expected to be effective on September 15, 2026, and will impact several aspects of the J-visa program regulations. Accordingly, updates to our website content are in progress.

If you are already present in the United States and want to transfer your J program to or from the University of Florida, you must request a SEVIS transfer. 

 

Important Considerations 

 

  • Your SEVIS record can only be held by one US institution at a time. 
  • If you have obtained a 212(e) waiver, then your SEVIS record cannot be transferred.  
  • The new institution must be authorized to host your specific J-1 category. 
  • Your SEVIS ID number will remain the same after the transfer. 
  • Your J-2 dependents' SEVIS records will transfer with yours.  
  • You must be in good standing and have maintained valid status to qualify for a SEVIS transfer. 
  • There can be no gaps in program participation.  
  • EVS highly recommends that you wait to resign from your previous position until you have received approval for the transfer from the immigration advisor at the transfer-in institution. A job offer does not guarantee a successful SEVIS transfer.  

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