To study at St. John's University as an exchange student, you
must obtain a J-1 visa. The form DS-2019 is the document needed to
obtain this visa. The DS-2019 will be issued by the Office of
International Student and Scholar Services and mailed to you along
with visa compliance information.
Below are a few frequently asked questions to assist with the
visa process.
How do I apply
for a J-1 visa?
How do I pay the
SEVIS I-901 fee online?
What should
I do to prepare for arrival?
ll international students must pay the $180 SEVIS I-901 fee to
the United States Department of Homeland Security per the
instructions sent with the immigration document
(DS-2019). This I-901 application may be completed and
paid online
here.