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visa information
J-1 VISA SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION
Now that you have an offer of employment, you need to obtain the proper documentation in order to secure your
U.S. summer work visa. We ask that you be expedient and thorough in completing all required forms. It is a
multi-step process and U.S. Embassies tend to get busier closer to the summer months. It is important that
you get started with the process right away. Click here to access the wait times at the U.S. Embassy nearest you.
Step 1: Complete the J-1 Visa Sponsorship Application
Before you can apply for a J-1visa at a US Embassy in your home country, a properly designated United States
organization must sponsor you. GreatCampJobs, a division of CampGroup, LLC, is a properly designated sponsor.
The first step in obtaining visa sponsorship is to to read the FAQ's and
Terms and Conditions and complete the sponsorship
application. Be sure that all of the information on the application matches the information on your passport.
Either fax, mail, or scan and email the completed and signed application
to the address on the application.
Step 2: Make Sure You Have All of the Necessary Forms
Once your signed application has been received and your employment verified, your information will be processed
through the government system and you will be issued a DS 2019 form. This form confirms that you have been approved
for the J-1 Visa program and that you have a US Sponsor. It is not a J-1 Visa. You will still need to apply for your
visa at the US Embassy nearest you.
(Canadian citizens need not apply at an embassy and only need the DS 2019 form)
The DS 2019 form will be mailed to you. The package will also include all other forms that you will need when you
go to your embassy appointment.
DS 156, the Nonimmigrant Visa Application
DS 157, the Supplemental Nonimmigrant Visa Application
(typically only required for men)
DS 158, Contact Information and Work History for Nonimmigrant Visa Applicant
The GreatCampJobs General Information Booklet will also be sent to you. It contains helpful information about the
J-1 Visa Application process. There is a separate booklet for Canadian citizens as the process is different.
GreatCampJobs Information Booklet for Overseas Staff
GreatCampJobs Informational Booklet for Canadian Citizens
Step 3: Apply For Your J-1 Visa at the
U.S. Embassy Nearest You
*Note: Canadian citizens do not need to apply at a U.S. Embassy
Step 4: Entering and Exiting the United States
Your J-1 Visa status begins when you enter the United States. Be sure to have all of the required forms with you
when you get to the Port of Entry. Read through the booklet provided as well as the FAQ's to familiarize your self
with the entry and exiting process. It is imperative that you correctly enter and exit the United States.
Please read carefully through the FAQ's and Terms and Conditions.
Print a copy of each to keep for your reference.
Feel free to Contact Us for more information.
We wish you the greatest of summers!!
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