The short answer is no. You don’t need a lawyer or third party in your country to apply for J-1 Visa sponsorship. You can apply directly to InterExchange, a government-designated J-1 Visa sponsor!
If you’ve started exploring the J-1 Visa for your U.S. internship or training program, you may have been told about or heard of agencies in your home country that can assist you with your application. Or perhaps your future host company has a trusted lawyer they go to for all visa-related matters. While some J-1 Visa sponsor organizations may require you to go through an agent in your country, you can avoid that inconvenience and save time and money by applying directly through InterExchange!
Here’s why you should apply directly through InterExchange rather than through a lawyer or agency in your home country:
It’s NOT required to use a third party.
If you have your internship offer already, there is no need to apply for J-1 Intern or Trainee Visa sponsorship through a third party in your country, U.S. lawyers, or anyone else. Instead, you can simply apply directly on the InterExchange website! That way InterExchange will quickly and directly assist you with your application, and we will personally answer any questions you have along the way. You can call, email, or send us a chat, and we’ll get back to you within a single business day!
It will save you money.
Lawyers often charge a hefty fee for their assistance. If you apply directly to InterExchange, you and your host company will avoid any costs associated with using an agency or attorney. There’s no need to pay an additional fee to a third party for visa sponsorship because you can apply directly through InterExchange to receive visa sponsorship!
Plus, with InterExchange you will know exactly what the program costs are up front and what is included. So, applying directly through InterExchange is the best way to guarantee the lowest possible price. No one wants to pay added costs for services they don’t need, and using InterExchange means you won’t have to. Choose InterExchange to help save your money for enjoying the U.S. once you start your internship!
Direct application is faster and easier.
By applying directly, you’ll always be able to directly communicate with the sponsor. This means your questions will be answered right away, and there’s no need to make appointments, wait for replies, submit extra forms, or answer the same questions over and over like you’ll find when working with a third party. There is no reason to involve more parties than needed! So avoid adding unnecessary delays to the process by applying directly with InterExchange.
Although you need to apply through a J-1 Visa sponsor like InterExchange to get your visa, that’s all you’ll have to do to get your application processed. That’s why applying for J-1 Intern or Trainee Visa sponsorship directly through InterExchange ensures a low-cost, quick, and easy experience!
Are you ready to apply now? If so, you can start your application here! Or, if you’re still looking for an internship, check out our resources and these tips from InterExchange interns!
Any questions? Let us know and we’d be happy to help you! We look forward to assisting you soon with visa sponsorship!
