Visa and Immigration

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.