Gainesville, FL asked in Immigration Law for Florida

Q: How to obtain a J1 no objection waiver?

I was in the US o na USAID sponsored exchange for a year. I satisfied about 16 months of my two year rule requirement before coming back to the US for grad school. I recently got married to a US citizen and would like to obtain a waiver so I can apply for a green card. Out of all waiver option, the no-objection statement appears to be the only one I would qualify for. Returning to my country for 8 months is not an option because I am overqualified (with my latest degree) and there are no jobs for me. However, since my exchange was sponsored by USAID I was told that I would be likely issues an unfavorable decision in regards to my waiver request. Did anyone have experience obtaining a no objection waiver for USAID sponsored (1-year) exhange? And if so, what would be the best way to approach my case in the statement of reason? Would the fact that I satisfied about months of my two year rule requirement already be regarded favorably by the sponsor or not?

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Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
Answered
  • Deltona, FL
  • Licensed in Florida

A: Immigration attorneys rarely answer questions on this forum. You have to actually go see one for the specific advice that you need.

Martins I. Imudia
Martins I. Imudia
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  • Immigration Law Lawyer
  • Clearwater, FL

A: You apply through the state department. A letter of support from your country of origin is needed. Please speak with an experienced immigration attorney to assist you.

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