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  1. #11
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    Default Re: Can I Apply for J-1 Visa After Getting Married to U.S. Citizen

    How so? I have a J-1 visa. It will be renewed for a year. Which means the institution I work for is willing to invite me for another year as a scholar. And I am willing to accept the invitation.
    My boyfriend of 7 years and I are thinking of getting married, like any other couple. But I am NOT trying to re-enter the country just to get married.
    Why would a J-1 visa be denied to me?


    I guess I should change the title of the thread.

  2. #12
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    Default Re: Can I Apply for J-1 Visa After Getting Married to U.S. Citizen

    The fact you have a US citizen fiance means you have immigrant intent which is contrary to the J1 program regulations. In your position, the only way to guarantee that you will be able to work next year is to remain in the US.

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    Default Re: Can I Apply for J-1 Visa After Getting Married to U.S. Citizen

    Sorry to bother again. I would like to ask my institution for an H visa. Would that change things? thanks!

  4. #14
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    Default Re: Can I Apply for J-1 Visa After Getting Married to U.S. Citizen

    Yes. H-1B allows immigration intent. Most academic institutions are exempt from the quota which is already gone for 2015 (Oct 1, 2014-Sept 30, 2015 filings).

    However, if the position is only for 1 year then the approval will likely be for that duration even though an individual is permitted to be in H1B status for longer than that.

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