A J-2 classification is a nonimmigrant status for spouses and dependents of J-1 exchange visitors who accompany or later join the J-1 holder in the U.S.
EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY
- Employment is permitted with authorization noted by USCIS on Form I-94
REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION
- UNL Foreign National Data Form
- Copy of Passport
- Copy of Visa
- Form I-766, Employment Authorization Card (copy of both sides)
- Form DS-2019, Certificate of Eligibility for Exchange Visitor
- Form I-94, Arrival/Departure Record
RESIDENCE STATUS (IT0094)
A (Alien)
EMPLOYEE GROUP (IT0000 ACTIONS)
A (Active)
FICA (IT0235)
Must always pay FICA, unless qualifying student.
FEDERAL/STATE TAXES (IT0210)
Subject to federal and state taxes.