U.S. Department of State Resources

Exchange Visitors and any related parties may refer to this contact information relating to the J-1 Exchange Visitor Program:

1) U.S. Department of State:

Office of Private Sector Exchange Designation (ECA/EC)
SA-4E, 2430 E. Street, NW
Washington, DC 20037
Phone: 1-844-300-1824
Website: http://j1visa.state.gov

2) U.S. State Department J-1 Visa 24h Emergency Hotline:
1-866-283-9090
(provided to exchange visitors and third parties in the case of urgent situations)

3) Contact Information for Private Sector Programs:
https://j1visa.state.gov/contacts/

4) Program Regulations/Compliance:
https://j1visa.state.gov/sponsors/current/regulations-compliance/

5) The Exchange Visitor Program Welcome Brochure:
EVP Welcome Brochure

6) Wilberforce Pamphlet on Rights and Protections:
Please click here to watch a video and read the Wilberforce Pamphlet, which is available in many languages as a pdf download. This pamplet was specifically created by the U.S. government for your protection, in particular with the purpose of preventing human trafficking and labor abuses. Before you attend your interview at the U.S. embassy or consulate to apply for your J-1 visa, please take the time to study this pamphlet.