University of Utah COVID-19 Updates

International Student & Scholar Services

Office for Global Engagement

Change or End of Program

Steps and Requirements for Modifying or Completing Your J-1 Visa Program

Navigate J-1 Policies

Change or End of Program

Review the different areas that may fall under your situation while holding a J-1 visa.

Change of Site of Activity Policy

How to request permission to change your primary site of activity.

DS-2019 Extension Policy

Learn how to request an extension before your DS-2019 expires.

Transfer In Policy

Learn the procedures to transfer to the University of Utah from another institution.

Transfer Out Policy

Learn the procedures to transfer out of the University of Utah to another institution.

212(e) Policy

Learn about the 2-year homestay requirement.

12 and 24-Month Bar Policy

Learn about the J visa bars.

Last Updated: 1/5/26