Applying for J2 visa
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Applying for J2 visa
Hi there,
My wife is from Spain, currently working in the US on a J1. I wish to join her--this is allowed by her sponsor--and I'm looking for advice on the interview/application process when I go to the US embassy in London.
From what I understand, to work I would need employment authorisation. I haven't decided whether I will be looking for work, but I'm not sure what to say in regards to that.
Anything I should be weary of or need to consider? What should I expect to be asked?
Thanks!
My wife is from Spain, currently working in the US on a J1. I wish to join her--this is allowed by her sponsor--and I'm looking for advice on the interview/application process when I go to the US embassy in London.
From what I understand, to work I would need employment authorisation. I haven't decided whether I will be looking for work, but I'm not sure what to say in regards to that.
Anything I should be weary of or need to consider? What should I expect to be asked?
Thanks!
Last edited by d_lom86; Mar 15th 2015 at 7:06 pm.
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Re: Applying for J2 visa
From what I understand, to work I would need employment authorisation. I haven't decided whether I will be looking for work, but I'm not sure what to say in regards to that.
Rene
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Re: Applying for J2 visa
Thank you very much!
I am currently visiting her on a visa waiver and we got married here in the US on this visit.
Do I need to register the marriage with the UK embassy over here or anything like that before I go back?
I am currently visiting her on a visa waiver and we got married here in the US on this visit.
Do I need to register the marriage with the UK embassy over here or anything like that before I go back?
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Re: Applying for J2 visa
It wouldn't matter even if her sponsor didn't allow it... US immigration allows it - and that's what's important.
You don't have to say anything about it... the US government doesn't care if you work or not.
No.
Ian
I'm not sure what to say in regards to that.
Do I need to register the marriage with the UK embassy over here or anything like that before I go back?
Ian
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Re: Applying for J2 visa
I have a related question. If a J-2 has an expired EAD and applies for a new visa stamp, may this be a problem during the visa interview? Do I need proof that I stopped working until I'll get the new EAD? Does the US consulate see EAD status?
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Re: Applying for J2 visa
If a J-2 has an expired EAD and applies for a new visa stamp, may this be a problem during the visa interview?
Do I need proof that I stopped working until I'll get the new EAD?
Does the US consulate see EAD status?
Ian