What Happens If the Third Party Does Not Send the Required J-1 Waiver Documents?
The applicant is responsible for ensuring that required third-party supporting documents reach the Waiver Review Division. DOS expressly states that it will not follow up on missing third-party documents.
Different waiver bases require different third parties
Depending on the waiver basis, the required third party may be the home-country government, an interested federal agency, USCIS, or a state public health department.
The applicant must ensure the documents are sent
DOS expressly places responsibility on the applicant to make sure required third-party materials reach the Waiver Review Division.
WRD will not chase missing documents
Current DOS instructions state that the Waiver Review Division will not follow up on missing supporting documents.
Verify receipt through the status system
J Visa Waiver Online can show whether the required supporting documents have been received, although DOS warns that updates can take at least three to four weeks to appear.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will DOS contact my embassy if the No Objection Statement is missing?
DOS says WRD will not follow up on missing third-party documents.
Who is responsible for checking?
The applicant should make sure the required third party submitted the documents.
How can I verify receipt?
Use J Visa Waiver Online and allow time for the status to update.
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