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On July 17, 2026, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security published a final rule eliminating Duration of Status for certain nonimmigrant students and exchange visitors. The rule was scheduled to take effect on September 15, 2026. Please visit our Duration of Status Rule Change webpage for additional information and updates.

Update: On September 14, 2026, a U.S. federal judge has issued an order blocking the new rules from going into effect at this time. As a result, the new rules will not take effect on September 15, 2026, and the current immigration rules remain in place while the court case continues.

J-1 scholar visa renewal

J-1 scholars

If you are planning to renew your expired J-1 visa in your home country, you must apply early and should expect delays. Contact ISSC to set up an appointment for a travel signature on your current DS 2019 at least 7 business days prior to departure. This does not include weekends or ASU observed holidays.

You'll need these documents to renew your visa:

SEVIS DS-2019 form with an updated travel signature from ASU ISSC.
Passport (valid six months into the future), unless exempt by country-specific agreements.
Offer letter.
Financial guarantee (if you are not funded by ASU).

Provide any additional supporting documents as necessary.

Consult individual embassy websites for periodic updates on country-specific visa processing.