How Are J-2 Spouses and Children Included on the J-1 Waiver Application?
DOS instructs the principal J-1 applicant to list spouses and children who had J-2 status in the online DS-3035 waiver recommendation application.
The online application asks about J-2 dependents
Current DOS instructions tell applicants with a spouse or children who had J-2 status to list those dependents as requested in the online application.
Include former J-2 status accurately
The DOS wording refers to spouses or children who had J-2 status, so the immigration history should be completed accurately rather than focusing only on a dependent's current status.
Separate DS-3035 applications are normally unnecessary
When the principal J-1 is seeking the waiver, the listed J-2 dependents are automatically included in the recommendation application.
Keep the family immigration history consistent
Names, dates of birth, relationships, DS-2019 history, and prior J status should be reviewed carefully so the waiver record accurately reflects the family members affected by §212(e).
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I list a spouse who previously had J-2 status?
DOS instructs applicants to list spouses and children who had J-2 status as requested by the online form.
Does listing the J-2 require another fee?
No additional DOS fee is charged for J-2 dependents included on the principal application.
Does listing a J-2 mean the dependent files separately?
No.
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