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BRAZIL SCIENTIFIC
MOBILITY PROGRAM

FAQs about J-1 Visa Application and Form DS-2019



Updated as of May
1
st
, 2014.
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A. Form DS-2019
What address/primary site of activity do I use for my Form DS-160?
Your Primary Site of Activity on your current Form DS-2019 is IIE (809 UN Plaza, New York, NY 10017). This
is just for your visa interview on the week of May 19
th
as it will be updated at a later date. For your Form
DS-160 please use the address of your U.S. host institution listed on your Terms of Appointment.
How do I access my Form DS-2019?
You can only access a COPY of your Form DS-2019 electronically. You will receive the original Form DS-
2019 during the visa week that you are scheduled for.
By now, you should know how to access your Grantee Portal. Please log in to your portal account
(http://mycusthelp.info/IIE), go to Programs, and click on your IIE ID number (as stated on your most
recent Terms of Appointment), and download your DS-2019 COPY.
Why are the start and end dates on my Form DS-2019 different than the start and end dates on my
Terms of Appointment?
Again, the purpose of this specific Form DS-2019 is for your visa interview on the week of May 19
th
and for
you to enter the United States. We will amend your DS-2019 so that it will match your current Terms of
Appointment (TOA) while you are in the U.S. For now, you should plan your arrival based on the dates on
your TOA.
What is the Exchange Visitor Program Number?
You will need this number to apply for your J-1 Visa. The Program Number for your program is
P-3-00006. This number is the same for every BSMP student who has visa sponsorship through IIE.
What is my SEVIS Number?
This number is found at the top right hand corner of the Form DS-2019 and starts with letter N followed
by 10 (ten) digits. This number is unique for each Exchange Visitor.










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When will I receive my original Form DS-2019?
You must pick up your ORGINAL Form DS-2019 at the address below for the location you selected in your
Terms of Appointment. You must have your original Form DS-2019 prior to attending your J-1 visa
interview at the U.S. Consulate or Embassy. You must adhere to the schedule below. No exceptions or
accommodations will be made. Students with the first names that begin with the letters A through J, can
only go during the hours of 8AM-12PM at the pickup locations below during those specific times. Students
with the first names that begin with the letters K through Z, should only go during the hours of 1PM-4PM.
Example: A student whose name is Eduardo da Silva would go to pick up his DS-2019 between 8AM-
12PM. A student whose name is Rodrigo de Souza would go to pick up his DS-2019 between 1PM-4PM.
Please understand that there is limited space availability in some of the centers below and that this
proposed schedule is meant to ensure an efficient process in the distribution of Forms DS-2019 for
hundreds of BSMP students.
U.S.
Embassy/
Consulate
Name of IIE
Representative
Address Available times for Form DS-2019 Pickup
Brasilia Chris Fenner
Casa Thomas Jefferson Filial
Asa Norte
SGAN 606 Modulo B Asa Norte
Brasilia, Distrito Federal CEP:
70840060
May 19: First Name letters A-J, 8AM-12PM. First Name letters
K-Z, 1PM-4PM.
May 20: First Name letters A-J, 8AM-12PM. First Name letters
K-Z, 1PM-4PM.
May 21: First Name letters A-J, 8AM-12PM. First Name letters
K-Z, 1PM-4PM.
May 22: First Name letters A-J, 8AM-12PM. First Name letters
K-Z, 1PM-4PM.
May 23: First Name letters A-Z, 8AM-2PM.

Recife Khadija Moorehead
ABA - Associao Brasil Amrica
Av. Conselheiro Rosa e Silva,
1510
Aflitos, Recife CEP: 52020-220
May 19: First Name letters A-J, 8AM-12PM. First Name letters
K-Z, 1PM-4PM.
May 20: First Name letters A-J, 8AM-12PM. First Name letters
K-Z, 1PM-4PM.
May 21: First Name letters A-J, 8AM-12PM. First Name letters
K-Z, 1PM-4PM.
May 22: First Name letters A-Z, 8AM-12PM.
May 23: First Name letters A-Z, 8AM-12PM.

Rio de
Janeiro
Elizabeth Howard
SEE LAST PAGE (MULTIPLE
LOCATIONS)

Nosso endereo:
R. Marqus de So Vicente, 225
Ed. Padre Leonel Franca (prdio
do Restaurante Couve-Flor) -
sala 55 - Gvea.
Telefone para contato: 21 3527-
1457
May 19: First Name letters A-J, 8AM-12PM. First Name letters
K-Z, 1PM-5PM.
May 20: First Name letters A-J, 8AM-12PM. First Name letters
K-Z, 1PM-5PM.
May 21: First Name letters A-J, 8AM-12PM. First Name letters
K-Z, 1PM-5PM.
May 22: First Name letters A-J, 8AM-12PM. First Name letters
K-Z, 1PM-5PM.
May 23: First Name letters A-J, 8AM-12PM. First Name letters
K-Z, 1PM-5PM.

Sao Paulo Shawn Patton
Unidade Chcara Santo Antnio
Rua Umberto Caputi, 65
(antiga Rua Brasiliense)
04729-110 - So Paulo/SP
May 19: First Name letters A-J, 8AM-12PM. First Name letters
K-Z, 1PM-4PM.
May 20: First Name letters A-J, 8AM-12PM. First Name letters
K-Z, 1PM-4PM.
May 21: First Name letters A-J, 8AM-12PM. First Name letters
K-Z, 1PM-4PM.
May 22: First Name letters A-J, 8AM-12PM. First Name letters
K-Z, 1PM-4PM.
May 23: First Name letters A-J, 8AM-12PM. First Name letters
K-Z, 1PM-4PM.

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How early can I arrive at my U.S. host institution?
All J-1 exchange visitors are allowed to enter the U.S. up to 30 days prior to the start date on the Form DS-
2019 but no earlier than the J-1 visa issue date. We strongly recommend that you make sure that you
have insurance coverage if you intend on arriving before your program start date. Please see our website
for more information on Travelers Health Insurance: http://www.iie.org/Programs/Brazil-Scientific-
Mobility/Current-Students/Health-Insurance

B. Biometric Appointment (CASV) and J-1 Visa Interview
Do I need to make an appointment for my biometric information appointment and J-1 visa interview?
Your BSMP Group is required to schedule the biometric appointment for the week of May 19
th
. The table
below is meant to help you plan in advance:

Timeline: Scheduling must be done NO LATER THAN May 15
th
, 2014.
U.S.
Embassy/Consulate
Biometric Appointment
(CASV) Dates (Choose
ONE) J-1 Visa Interview at U.S. Embassy/Consulate
Brasilia
May 19th, May 20th, May
21st, May 22nd, or May
23rd
Will be held at the Embassy the day of your CASV appointment at
2 PM.
Recife
May 19th, May 20th, May
21st, May 22nd, or May
23rd

Will be held the day of your CASV appointment. The time of your
J-1 visa interview at the Consulate will be assigned to you during
your CASV appointment.
Rio de Janeiro
May 19th, May 20th, May
21st, May 22nd, or May
23rd

7:30AM, 8:00AM, 8:30AM,
or 9:00AM availability for
all days.
If you select a 7:30 AM or 8 AM CASV appointment, your J-1 Visa
interview will take place at 1 PM on the same day of your CASV
appointment.

If you select an 8:30 AM or 9 AM CASV appointment, your J-1
Visa interview will take place at 2 PM on the same day of your
CASV appointment.
Sao Paulo
May 19th, May 20th, May
21st, May 22nd, or May
23rd

10AM-12PM availability for
all days.
If your CASV appointment is between 10AM and 11AM, then
your J-1 Visa interview will take place at 1 PM on the same day of
your CASV appointment.

If your CASV appointment is between 11AM and 12AM, then
your J-1 Visa interview will take place at 2 PM on the same day of
your CASV appointment.

What should I bring with me to my J-1 visa interview?
You are required to have your ORIGINAL Form DS-2019 for your J-1 visa interview. You must also bring
the following with you:
ORIGINAL current passport
Application for Non-immigrant Visa Form DS-160
SEVIS I-901 Fee Payment Receipt
Any previous U.S. visas in your current or expired passport or a copy
In addition to the above, we recommend that you bring:
BSMP Terms of Appointment and Special Instructions
Any documentation you may have received from U.S. host institution
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Copies of BSMP application materials (application, transcripts, diplomas, letters of
recommendation, etc.)

Who is responsible for paying for and arranging my travels to my biometric information appointment
and J-1 visa interview?
BSMP students are fully responsible for paying for and arranging travels to and from Visa Days.
Who will pay the SEVIS I-901 fee and Visa Application Fee (MRV)?
Neither IIE nor CAPES/CNPq is responsible for paying the above fees. BSMP students must pay for the
US$160 Visa Application fee (MRV) and the US$180 SEVIS I-901 fee with personal funds.
On the Form DS-160, I am asked about the Person/Entity paying for my trip. What should I select? Is the
entity CAPES, IIE or my Host Institution?
Please select OTHER COMPANY/ORGANIZATION. CAPES is the Entity that is paying for your trip.
I made an error on my Form DS-160 after I have submitted it. What should I do?
Please see the U.S. Department of States FAQ section on the DS-160 Nonimmigrant Visa Application
Form. http://travel.state.gov/visa/forms/forms_4401.html
Can I bring personal items to the Consulate, such as a cell phone and backpack?
As per the instructions stated on the Brazil U.S. Embassy website, for security reasons, visa applicants are
not allowed to enter the Consulates or the Embassy grounds with bags (with the exception of one small
purse), cell phones or any other electronic devices. http://brazil.usembassy.gov/service/contact-info-/-
hours/brasilia.html

C. J-1 Visa
If I already have a Tourist Visa (B-1/B-2), can I use it to enter the U.S.?
No. Under no circumstances should you apply for or enter the U.S. with a B-1/B-2 visa or any other type of
visa. You must enter the U.S. with a J-1 visa.
Will I get a multiple entry J-1 visa?
The decision of whether you are granted a multiple entry visa is at the discretion of the U.S. Visa Consular
Officer who will interview you.
My J-1 visa expires earlier than the end date on my Form DS-2019 or Terms of Appointment. What
should I do?
Should your visa expire while you are in the U.S., you will not need to renew it as long as you have a valid
Form DS-2019 and do not plan on traveling outside the U.S. or its territories. Please note that your J-1 visa
start and end dates are not determined by IIE, but rather by the U.S. Visa Consular Officer.

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D. Miscellaneous

Do I have to bring health records with me on visa day?
While the U.S. Consulate may not require documentation regarding your health or immunizations, you
should be prepared to provide this information to your U.S. host institution. Many institutions require
proof of immunizations prior to course registration. If you have any pre-existing conditions, you must
inform IIE so we can make sure you have appropriate health insurance coverage and assistance. A pre-
existing condition is any condition which (i) originated prior to your effective date of coverage or (ii) you
received consultation/treatment/medication from a physician about prior to your effective date of
coverage. It is recommended that you have all necessary dental care or immunizations completed prior to
your departure.
I paid the SEVIS I-901 fee when I applied for an F-1 visa. Do I have to pay the SEVIS I-901 fee again?
Yes. You must pay this fee again. Please visit this link for more information on the SEVIS fee:
http://www.ice.gov/sevis/i901/faq3.htm
Who is paying for my travels to the United States?
As part of your BSMP scholarship, CAPES/CNPq will provide you with funds for your transportation from
Brazil to your host instituion and your return to Brazil after the completion of your authorized program. If
you have any questions regarding funding or arranging travel please contact your representative at
CAPES/CNPq.

































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FOR STUDENTS THAT SIGNED UP FOR RIO DE JANEIRO. PLEASE READ.

O EducationUSA o rgo oficial do governo americano para estudos nos Estados Unidos. Nosso
trabalho promover a educao nos EUA e por isso que estamos apoiando o IIE (Institute of
International Education) na distribuio dos formulrios DS-2019 nas semanas de 19 a 23 de maio e de
26 a 30 de maio. O EducationUSA est localizado dentro do campus da PUC-Rio (Pontifcia Universidade
Catlica do Rio de Janeiro), na Gvea. A distribuio dos formulrios se dar em vrias sala dentro do
campus da PUC-Rio, por isso abaixo segue o quadro de dias e salas onde retirar o formulrio, alm do
mapa para ajudar na identificao dos prdios.
EducationUSA PUC-Rio
Nosso endereo:
R. Marqus de So Vicente, 225
Ed. Padre Leonel Franca (prdio do Restaurante Couve-Flor) - sala 55 - Gvea.
Telefone para contato: 21 3527-1457
Horrio de Funcionamento: de 08:00 s 12:00 e de 13:00 s 17:00 (o escritrio fecha para o almoo de
12:00 s 13:00)

Evite vir de carro para PUC-Rio, pois devido obra da linha 4 do Metr Rio, as vagas no
estacionamento so preferenciais para alunos, professores e funcionrios. Em ltimo caso, opte pelos
estacionamentos do Shopping Gvea Trade Center ou Shopping da Gvea, localizados na Rua Marques
de So Vicente. Aqui na PUC-Rio, h um terminal rodovirio com vrias opes de nibus e os dois
nibus do Metr (Ipanema e Botafogo) fazem ponto final no terminal. Para quem vem de txi a
entrada principal fica pela Av. Padre Leonel Franca, ao lado do Planetrio. Consulte o link para mais
informaes de acesso PUC-Rio: http://www.puc-rio.br/sobrepuc/campus/acessos/
Ateno sala onde retirar o seu formulrio DS-2019.
SEGUNDA TERA QUARTA QUINTA SEXTA
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Salo da Pastoral
(embaixo da Igreja)
MANH - Sala de
Treinamento do RH
(embaixo do Ginsio)
TARDE - EducationUSA
(Prdio: Padre Leonel
Franca)
EducationUSA
(Prdio: Padre
Leonel Franca)
Sala de Treinamento
do RH
(embaixo do Ginsio)
Auditrio Amex
(prdio IAG)






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