The J-1 visa includes several categories depending on the purpose of your travel, such as:
👩🎓 Exchange students, 👨🏫 Internship participants, 👩🔬 Researchers, and more.
👉 Identify the specific type of J-1 visa you need, such as:
- J-1 Internship
- J-1 Trainee
- J-1 Work and Travel ✈️
📑 Prepare Your Documents
- Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay
- DS-2019 form, the key document issued by your program sponsor
- DS-160 form, the online visa application
- SEVIS fee payment receipt
- Passport-size photo that meets U.S. Embassy requirements
🎤 Get Ready for the Visa Interview
- Practice common interview questions such as:
- Why are you joining the program?
- What are your travel plans?
- What will you do after the program ends?
- Work on your English communication skills
- Dress professionally, show confidence, and answer questions honestly
💡 Additional Tips
- Arrive at the U.S. Embassy 15–30 minutes before your appointment time
- Get enough rest the night before
- Eat beforehand and stay calm and prepared
🌐 Additional Resources
🔗 U.S. Embassy Bangkok Website