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1. Exchange and Visitor Program Welcome Brochure
1. Exchange and Visitor Program Welcome Brochure
Download here This is a brochure from the U.S. Department of State. You will need to understand the contents before going to your visa interview.
2. SEVIS I-901 Fee
2. SEVIS I-901 Fee
You are required to pay a fee for the SEVIS program before you apply for a visa. This fee is payable to the US government, NOT our university. Instructions are available at: https://www.fmjfee.com/i901fee/index.html
3. Visa Application and Interview
3. Visa Application and Interview
The visa application process can be complicated and may vary from country to country. General information on visas is available at http://travel.state.gov/visa/. (Use the column on the left for great detailed information.)
Check out our Visa Interview Resources page for more information.
Take these items with you to your interview:
DS-2019
Funding Resources
DS-7002, student interns only
Received your visa? Email us.
4. Health Insurance - Purchase before arrival
4. Health Insurance - Purchase before arrival
Health insurance is mandatory for persons (both the scholar and any dependents) in J status per U.S. Department of State and the South Dakota Board of Regent's Policy 3.14. You may be required to purchase insurance on your own.
Insurance minimum requirements and a list of insurance providers, CLICK HERE. Other providers may be acceptable if they meet the requirements. You must have these approved by the Ivanhoe International Center before purchasing.
The insurance must meet the minimum requirements as specified by the regulations governing the J-1 program:
5. Immunizations
5. Immunizations
Professors/Researchers/Interns (including student interns) are strongly encouraged to have these immunizations. However, it is not required for these J categories.
6. Mandatory Orientation
6. Mandatory Orientation
There are two orientations you must do:
In-Person SEVIS check in (researchers/professors/interns)
This must be completed within two days of arrival in Rapid City
7. Travel Information
7. Travel Information
Estimated Living Expenses
Make sure you carry enough money with you for your estimated living expenses.
Travel Plans
Once you know your travel plans, inform the Ivanhoe International Center and your department.
Carry these Documents when travelling
passport with visa;
DS-2019;
Funding information;
insurance;
DS-7002, student interns only
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