International students requiring a non-immigrant J-1 visa to study in the USA must request and receive a Form DS-2019 (J-1 Exchange Visitor) to begin their program of study at UC San Diego. The Form DS-2019 is required to apply for the J-1 visa.
Before beginning your DS-2019 application, you must first set up password for your UC San Diego Personal ID (PID) using the instructions outlined above.
Processing time for complete iPortal applications is 15 business days. Apply early to avoid visa delays.
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Instructions to apply can be found on iNewStudent.ucsd.edu
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Funding Requirements for DS-2019 Issuance:J-1 students must show financial support for the entire duration of their program to obtain a DS-2019.
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Refer to this link for required funding for your program.
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DS-2019 standard start dates: All students admitted for the Winter 2024 quarter should expect to receive a Winter 2024 Program Start Date (January 4, 2024) on their DS-2019.
- Students may enter the U.S. up to 30 days prior to this start date (December 5, 2023)
Deadline to submit DS-2019 request: Friday, November 17