J Student Visa

J Student Visa - Extensions

A J-1 student must apply to the J-1 program sponsor for an extension before the expiration date listed on item #3 of his or her Form DS-2019 if more time is needed to complete all degree program requirements. Please follow the instructions below on how to request an extension of the Form DS-2019.

A J-1 student should obtain documentation from his or her school/department indicating a new estimated completion date together with the source and amount of financial support for the remainder of the program. If a J-1 student is using personal funds, please obtain a recent bank statement

• Fill out a Document Request form
• Take all materials to his or her school's Registrar.* The required information will then be forwarded to an HIO advisor, who processes the extension and issues a new Form DS-2019.

* unless indicated otherwise in the list below

Graduate School of Design - Student Services
Graduate School of Education - Financial Aid Office
Harvard Business School - Admissions Office
Harvard Law School - Graduate Program Office
Harvard School of Public Health - Admissions Office
Kennedy School of Government - Admissions and Financial Aid Office