Exchange Visitor Program 101

Описание: This video by the U.S. Department of State, provides a comprehensive introduction to the Exchange Visitor Program (J 1), the Directorate of Private Sector Exchange within the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, and BridgeUSA — a major component of the program. Designed for organizations, sponsors, host organizations/families, and individuals interested in participating in or administering exchange programs, this presentation explains program purpose, structure, oversight, roles and responsibilities, compliance and participant support functions, and the public diplomacy impact of BridgeUSA programs.
What you’ll learn in this video:
The origin and mission of the Exchange Visitor Program (Mutual Educational and Cultural Exchange Act of 1961 / Fulbright Hays Act).
The Directorate of Private Sector Exchange: its two operational offices (Private Sector Exchange Designation and Private Sector Exchange Program Analysis and Compliance) and their core responsibilities.
How sponsors are designated, screened, and monitored; what redesignation and compliance reviews involve.
Participant support, incident tracking, investigations, site visits, recordkeeping review, enforcement, and interagency coordination.
The roles of sponsors, exchange visitors, host organizations, and host families — and how each contributes to program success.
BridgeUSA’s scope, scale, and impact: privately funded exchanges, participation statistics, economic contribution, and its role as a public diplomacy tool.
Practical guidance on where to find the Exchange Visitor Program regulations and additional resources.
Who should watch:
• Current and prospective sponsor organizations
• Host organizations and host families
• Exchange visitors (J 1 applicants / participants) and prospective participants
• Program coordinators, administrators, and international educators
• Anyone seeking a clear overview of BridgeUSA and the U.S. Department of State’s oversight structure
Important resources:
• Exchange Visitor Program regulations: 22 CFR Part 62 (regulatory authority)
• Official program website and additional guidance: https://j1visa.state.gov
Suggested next steps:
• Watch our Overview of Exchange Visitor Program categories for a breakdown of the 15 program categories.
• Visit j1visa.state.gov for detailed guidance, regulatory text, forms, and contact information.
• Sponsors and host organizations should review designation and compliance materials to ensure they meet program requirements.
Contact & feedback:
For questions about the Exchange Visitor Program regulations, sponsor designation, or program operations, please consult j1visa.state.gov or contact the Department of State at [email protected].

00:01:07 — Exchange Visitor Program: origin & mission
00:01:23 — Directorate operational offices
00:01:42 — Office of Private Sector Exchange Designation
00:02:49 — Office of Program Analysis & Compliance
00:03:34 — Key contributors: Sponsors, Exchange Visitors, Host Organizations, Host Families
00:03:50 — Roles of Sponsors: responsibilities and third‑party agreements
00:04:50 — Exchange Visitors: expectations & responsibilities
00:05:24 — Host Organizations & Host Families: duties & compliance
00:05:58 — BridgeUSA overview

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