Welcome to UNT! The links below will provide you with information to assist you with your arrival and visit to UNT.
Pre-Arrival Information
Orientation
All scholars must attend an orientation session after their arrival. Register for a session with the J-1 advisor by emailing jinfo@unt.edu. Orientation sessions are held every Thursday at 10:00am. Bring all immigration documents and proof of health insurance for you and any dependent(s) you brought with you to the U.S.
J-1 Immigration Advising
If you would like to speak with an immigration advisor, here is our office information:
Walk-in/Call-in Advising Hours
Mondays through Thursdays: 9:30-11:30am & 1:30-4:30pm
Fridays: 9:00am-12:00pm
Office Location: Marquis Hall, Room 125
Telephone: 940-565-2195
Email: jinfo@unt.edu
Please note that our office will still be open from 8:00am-5:00pm, Monday through Friday for document pick-ups and to accept normal requests, however advisors will only be available during the times listed above.
Travel
Scholar Travel Endorsements
Travel to Canada, Mexico and Contiguous Islands
Extending Your DS-2019
Please contact your department about extending your program.
Employment Resources
Social Security for J-1 and J-2 Visa Holders
Incidental Employment for J-1 Scholars
J-2 Dependent Resources
J-2 Dependent Employment
Information for Departments
Inviting a J-1 Exchange Visitor