Report address changes

Report changes of address to the A/RO within 10 days of the address change, change in phone number or email address, or change in name. Submit a change in the UMBC Scholar Portal or email dianezg@umbc.edu.

Engage in appropriate activities

Each category has a definition and expectations for the activities of the exchange visitor, which must be met. For example, a Research Scholar or Professor is here to perform research or teach.

Be employed only with authorization

Unauthorized employment is a violation of program status. An exchange visitor's participation is subject to termination when he or she engages in unauthorized employment. 22 CFR 62.16(b). Submit a request for authorization for concurrent employment in the UMBC Scholar Portal.

Maintain valid health insurance coverage

Every exchange visitor (both J-1 and J-2) is required to obtain health insurance which meets the minimum requirements specified at 22 CFR 62.14 . This insurance must be maintained throughout the entire program participation period. Please consult the requirements here.

Maintain required documents

Exchange visitors are at all times expected to maintain a valid DS-2019, a valid passport, and an I-94 recorded marked "D/S."

Duration of status