Maintaining J-1 Status
- 12-Month and 24-Month Bars
- 212e
- Leave of Absence Authorization
- Occasional Lectures & Consultations
The DS-2019 form (Certificate of Eligibility for Exchange Visitor J-1 Status) describes the type of work--the program activity--in which the J-1 scholar may be engaged.
Scholars may receive payment for occasional lectures or short-term consultations at another institution or company, provided that the following requirements are met:
"Short-term consultations" will not be authorized for periods of greater than two weeks. "Occasional lectures" are not regularly recurring, such as lecturing once a week for a quarter. No more than one consultation per quarter. Authorization will not be granted for situations that comprise a conflict of interest, such as working for a PI's private company.
To obtain authorization, log into the iServices portal and complete the "J1 Scholar Occasional Lecture or Consultation" e-form. You will need to upload the Invitation or Offer Letter from the prospective employer/organization, on its official letterhead, which includes the following information about the terms and conditions of the offer to lecture or consult:
If approved, ISEO will issue an authorization letter and a new DS-2019.
Allow 10 business days for processing. The International Services and Engagement Office will notify the scholar when it is complete or if any other information is required.