UCI International Center

Extending a J-1 Scholar

Section 1

Extending a J-1 Scholar

If a J-1 scholar requires extra time to complete their program objective at UCI. The academic department must request an extension of the DS-2019.

Processing Timeline

The request should be submitted to the International Center as soon as possible, but at least 30 days prior to the current expiration of the scholar’s DS-2019 visa document. A scholar's DS-2019 must be extended before the expiration date of the current DS-2019.

J-1 extension requests should be submitted to the International Center through inter-campus mail (Zot Code: 5255) or in-person delivery. The normal processing time after receiving a complete request from your department is 15 business days.

Documents to Prepare for the International Center

FormRequired Supporting Information/Documents:Completed By:

Extension DS-2019 Document Request
(Previously Form C)
  • Passport Biographical Page
  • AP-21: Non-Senate Academic Term Appointee Employment Form, or:
  • UC-AP-PX1: Postdoctoral Scholar Employment Form, or:
  • UC-AP-VS1: Visitor Appointment Form
  • Financial Documentation (if applicable)
  • Proof of Health Insurance (required only if scholar does not have UC benefits) 
 Department and Scholar
I-94 Document
  • Required for scholar, and dependents (if applicable)
 Scholar
J-1 Physician’s Form
  • Required only if scholar is an Medical Doctor (M.D.)
 Department and Scholar
Scholar Recharge Form Department