Understanding the J1 Waiver Support Letter Sample

[Your Home Country's Embassy Letterhead] [Date] U.S. Department of State Consular Section Washington, D.C. 20520 Subject: No Objection Statement for [Your Full Name] (J1 Visa Case Number: [Your J1 Visa Case Number]) To Whom It May Concern, This letter is to confirm that the Government of [Your Home Country] has reviewed the case of Mr./Ms. [Your Full Name], who participated in the J1 Exchange Visitor Program in the United States under program number [Your Program Number] sponsored by [Sponsoring Organization Name]. We understand that Mr./Ms. [Your Full Name] is seeking a waiver of the two-year home-country physical presence requirement, as stipulated in Section 212(e) of the Immigration and Nationality Act. The Government of [Your Home Country] has no objection to Mr./Ms. [Your Full Name] remaining in the United States. We will not require Mr./Ms. [Your Full Name] to return to [Your Home Country] for the two-year period mandated by the J1 visa regulations. We wish Mr./Ms. [Your Full Name] success in their future endeavors. Sincerely, [Name and Title of Authorized Official] [Embassy/Consulate of Your Home Country]

[Your Sponsoring Organization Letterhead] [Date] U.S. Department of State Consular Section Washington, D.C. 20520 Subject: Support Letter for J1 Waiver of [Your Full Name] - Persecution Claim To Whom It May Concern, This letter is to express our support for the J1 waiver application of [Your Full Name], who has been an invaluable participant in our [Program Name] program since [Start Date]. We have been informed by [Your Full Name] that they believe they would face persecution upon return to their home country, [Your Home Country]. Specifically, [Your Full Name] has shared concerns regarding [briefly and generally mention the type of persecution, e.g., political beliefs, ethnic background]. Our organization has reviewed the information provided by [Your Full Name] and understands the seriousness of their concerns. We believe that their fear of persecution is genuine and warrants careful consideration by the Department of State. We are requesting that the waiver be granted on the grounds of persecution, allowing [Your Full Name] to continue contributing to [mention the field or benefit to the US]. Should you require any further information from our end, please do not hesitate to contact us. Sincerely, [Name and Title of Authorized Official] [Sponsoring Organization Name]

[Your Sponsoring Organization Letterhead] [Date] U.S. Department of State Consular Section Washington, D.C. 20520 Subject: Support Letter for J1 Waiver of [Your Full Name] - Exceptional Hardship Claim To Whom It May Concern, We are writing in support of the J1 waiver application for [Your Full Name], a participant in our [Program Name] program. [Your Full Name] has indicated that they are seeking a waiver of the two-year home residency requirement due to exceptional hardship to their U.S. citizen/lawful permanent resident family members. Specifically, [Your Full Name]'s spouse, [Spouse's Name], who is a U.S. citizen, and their child, [Child's Name], would face extreme difficulties if [Your Full Name] were required to return to [Your Home Country]. [Briefly and generally describe the hardship, e.g., "The family relies on [Your Full Name]'s income for their financial stability," or "The child has unique medical needs that are best addressed in the United States and would not be available in [Your Home Country]."] The separation would cause significant emotional and financial distress. We believe that granting this waiver would prevent undue hardship on an established family unit within the United States. We are available to provide any additional documentation or clarification needed. Sincerely, [Name and Title of Authorized Official] [Sponsoring Organization Name]

[U.S. Federal Agency Letterhead] [Date] U.S. Department of State Consular Section Washington, D.C. 20520 Subject: J1 Waiver Recommendation in the Public Interest for [Your Full Name] To Whom It May Concern: This letter is to formally recommend that a waiver of the two-year home-country physical presence requirement be granted to [Your Full Name], who has been working under J1 visa program [Your Program Number] with our agency, [Your Agency Name], in the field of [Your Field of Work]. [Your Full Name] has made significant contributions to [mention the specific project or area of work and its importance to the US public interest]. Their expertise in [mention specific skills] has been critical to the success of [mention a specific project or initiative]. We believe that it is in the paramount interest of the United States to retain [Your Full Name]'s services beyond the expiration of their J1 program. Their continued work in [Your Field of Work] will directly benefit [mention the specific public benefit, e.g., national security, public health, scientific advancement]. The departure of [Your Full Name] at this time would cause a considerable setback to [mention the project or initiative] and would be detrimental to the public interest. Therefore, we strongly urge the favorable consideration of their J1 waiver application. We are prepared to provide any further information or testimony as needed. Sincerely, [Name and Title of Authorized Official] [U.S. Federal Agency Name]

[State Health Department Letterhead] [Date] U.S. Department of State Consular Section Washington, D.C. 20520 Subject: Recommendation for J1 Waiver in the Public Interest - Dr. [Physician's Full Name] To Whom It May Concern: This letter is submitted in support of Dr. [Physician's Full Name]'s application for a waiver of the two-year home-country physical presence requirement, under the Conrad 30 J1 Visa Waiver Program for fiscal year [Fiscal Year]. Dr. [Physician's Full Name] has been serving in an HPSA (Health Professional Shortage Area) at [Name of Facility] located in [City, State] since [Start Date]. During their service, Dr. [Physician's Full Name] has provided critical primary care services to a significant underserved population, greatly improving access to healthcare in our state. Our state has utilized one of its thirty waiver allocations for Dr. [Physician's Full Name] because their continued service is essential to meeting the healthcare needs of the community they serve. The loss of their medical expertise would create a substantial gap in patient care, negatively impacting the health and well-being of the residents in this medically underserved area. We believe that granting this waiver is in the best interest of the public, as it ensures the continuity of essential medical services for a population that struggles to access adequate healthcare. We respectfully request your favorable consideration of Dr. [Physician's Full Name]'s waiver application. Sincerely, [Name and Title of Authorized Official] [State Health Department]

[Employer's Company Letterhead] [Date] U.S. Department of State Consular Section Washington, D.C. 20520 Subject: Support Letter for J1 Waiver Application of [Your Full Name] To Whom It May Concern: This letter is to express our strong support for the J1 waiver application of [Your Full Name], who has been employed with [Your Company Name] as a [Your Job Title] since [Start Date]. During their tenure, [Your Full Name] has been an exceptional employee and a vital asset to our team. They possess unique skills and knowledge in [mention specific skills and their value to the company and its projects]. Their contributions have been instrumental in [mention specific achievements or projects]. We are eager to continue employing [Your Full Name] as they are crucial to the ongoing success of our company and [mention any specific projects or business objectives that rely on their expertise]. Granting the waiver would allow us to retain their valuable expertise and prevent significant disruption to our operations. We believe that [Your Full Name]'s continued employment in the United States is beneficial to [Your Company Name] and contributes to the U.S. economy. We are available to provide any further information you may require. Sincerely, [Name and Title of Hiring Manager/HR Representative] [Your Company Name]