This document contains a visitor application for a U.S. Forest Service international exchange program. It requests biographical information such as name, date of birth, citizenship, contact details, emergency contacts, and residential history. It also requests information about the applicant's occupation, employer, program details including dates and location, funding sources, dependents, insurance, and intellectual property rights. The applicant agrees to terms regarding their participation, maintaining legal status, health insurance coverage, responsibility for taxes and bills, reporting requirements, and addressing changes by signing the document.

1. U.S. Forest Service International Programs
Visitor Application and Data Sheet
BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION:
FAMILY NAME/SURNAME: FIRST NAME(S): MIDDLE NAME(S):
DATE OF BIRTH (MM/DD/YYYY)::
Select Month ,
SEX:
MALE FEMALE
MARITAL STATUS:
SINGLE MARRIED
COUNTRY OF RESIDENCE: PLACE OF BIRTH (City & Country): COUNTRY OF CITIZENSHIP:
HOME ADDRESS
Street Address:
City:
Province/State:
Postal Code:
Country:
HOME TELEPHONE NUMBER: FACSIMILE (FAX) NUMBER:
MOBILE/CELLULAR TELEPHONE
NUMBER:
E-MAIL ADDRESS:
RESIDENTIAL ADDRESSES
DURING THE PAST 7 YEARS:
*Information required for security
check
Street Address:
City:
Province/State:
Postal Code:
Country:
Duration of time:
Street Address:
City:
Province/State:
Postal Code:
Country:
Duration of time:
Street Address:
City:
Province/State:
Postal Code:
Country:
Duration of time:
Do you already have a US Social Security Number (SSN)? Yes No
OCCUPATION
Professional—Please specify profession/field:
Job Title:
Undergraduate Student—Subject of study:
Graduate or Post-doctoral Student—Subject of study:
Is your employer a government entity?
Yes No
If yes, what level?
Central State Regional Provincial Municipal
NAME AND ADDRESS OF CURRENT SCHOOL OR EMPLOYER:
Name:
Street Address:
City:
Province/State:
Postal Code:
Country:
EMPLOYER/SCHOOL’S TELEPHONE NUMBER:
EMPLOYER/SCHOOL’S FAX NUMBER:
EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION:
NAME: EMERGENCY CONTACT ADDRESS:
Street Address:
City:
Province/State:
Postal Code:
Country:
TELEPHONE NUMBER:
RELATIONSHIP: E-MAIL ADDRESS:
Do you have a friend or family member in the US that you would like to use as an additional emergency contact? Yes No
(If yes, please fill out the information below. If no, please proceed to the next section)
NAME: EMERGENCY CONTACT ADDRESS:
Street Address:
City:
Province/State:
Postal Code:
Country:
TELEPHONE NUMBER:
RELATIONSHIP: E-MAIL ADDRESS:
PROGRAM INFORMATION
CONTACT/SUPERVISOR AT HOST SITE: SITE OF ACTIVITY
Organization Office:
Street Address:
Building/Room Number:
City:
State:
Zip Code:
HOST E-MAIL ADDRESS:
HOST TELEPHONE NUMBER: HOST FAX NUMBER:

2. PURPOSE OF TRIP:
PROGRAM START DATE (MM/DD/YYYY):
Select Month ,
PROGRAM END DATE (MM/DD/YYYY):
Select Month ,
PROJECTED TRAVEL DATE (MM/DD/YYYY):
Select Month ,
FUNDING SOURCE(S):
PLEASE CHECK ALL THAT ARE APPLICABLE:
Host Unit (excluding room and board)
Total Amount Provided: USD
Visitor’s Home Government
Total Amount Provided: USD
Visitor’s School or Employer
Please specify sponsor:
Total Amount Provided: USD
Other 3rd
Party Sponsor or Organization
Please specify sponsor:
Total Amount Provided USD
Personal Funds
Total Amount Provided: USD
TOTAL FUNDS AVAILABLE: USD
DEPENDENT INFORMATION
Will anyone accompany you on this program? YES NO (if yes, please complete the following for each person)
FIRST, MIDDLE AND LAST NAME
BIRTH DATE
(MM/DD/YYYY)
PLACE OF BIRTH (City &
Country)
RELATIONSHIP
Select Month ,
Select Month ,
Select Month ,
Have you or any of your dependents traveled to the US before on a J-1 program? YES NO
If yes, please specify the following:
NAME OF TRAVELER
PROGRAM START DATE
(MM/DD/YYYY)
PROGRAM END DATE
(MM/DD/YYYY)
J1 VISA CATEGORY
Select Month , Select Month ,
Select Month , Select Month ,
Select Month , Select Month ,
Do you currently have health insurance accepted in the US that meets State Department Requirements?
YES NO
NOTE: The US Department of State requires all J-1 visa holders to maintain health and emergency evacuation insurance with minimum levels of required coverage as
established by the State Department. Failure to fulfill this requirement can result in the termination of an exchange visitor’s program. International Programs will provide
coverage for the international visitor and all approved dependents through an approved provider. The expenses are charged to the host unit. If other arrangements will
be made, a copy of the policy covering the visitor and any dependents valid for the duration of the program must be provided to International Programs.
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS
It is mutually agreed:
That the visiting personnel shall not be considered an employee of the Forest Service.
Publication of the results of the research under this agreement may be made by the Forest Service, or by the Forest Service and the visiting
personnel as mutually agreed upon.
All rights to inventions in which the Visiting Personnel has a part shall be assigned to USDA unless agreed otherwise in writing by the USDA
ARS Assistant Administrator, Office of Technology Transfer.
This agreement shall be effective for the dates shown above, unless otherwise legally altered. Intellectual property rights survive this agreement.
PERSONAL CERTIFICATION & ACCEPTANCE OF RESPONSIBILITY
I, _________________________________, as a participant in the US Forest Service International Exchange Visitor Program, acknowledge that I
have received, read and understand the J-1 Exchange Visitor Program regulations that affect my immigration status and program participation
while I am in the United States. I understand that some of the terms and conditions comply with US J-1 visa and immigration regulations and that
some policies supersede visa regulations. In order to participate in this program, I understand that I must submit signed copies of all required
documents related to my participation and the conditions of this program.
In compliance with all federal regulations governing the J-1 Exchange Visitor Program, I certify that all information given on this form is true and
accurate to the best of my knowledge.
My electronic/written signature indicates that I have read, understand and agree to abide by the US Forest Service J-1 International Exchange

3. Visitor Program guidelines.
I understand that failure to abide by government regulations and US Forest Service policies will result in separation from the exchange visitor
program.
I understand that I must maintain my legal permanent residence in my home country or country of legal residence and that I must return to my
home to fulfill the obligations of the 2-year home presence requirement if it is determined that I am subject. I will not attempt to remain in the
USA beyond the expiration date of my authorized stay.
I authorize International Programs to process this application and any necessary security checks that may be required.
I have been informed by personnel in the US Forest Service International Programs Office that as an Exchange Visitor in J-1 status, I am required
by United States Department of State – Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs regulations to maintain a health insurance policy with
designated minimum standards of coverage for myself and all my J-2 dependents while in the United States. I have received a copy of these
requirements, read them and agree to abide by this requirement.
I understand that the Forest Service and its partners assume no liability for any injury, accident or other events that may lead to illness or disability.
I understand that it is my personal responsibility to follow all regulations and procedures to maintain active J-1 immigration status for myself and
my J-2 dependents.
I understand that the US Forest Service will do its best to advise me of matters relating to the J-1 Exchange Visitor program; however, it is
ultimately my responsibility to stay abreast of changes, developments and important deadlines and to maintain lawful status.
I understand that I and all J-2 dependents may be subject to the 2-year home country presence rule [212(e)].
I understand that any violation of program rules may result in the forfeiture and/or repayment of any reimbursements, grants, travel costs or
allowances disbursed to me for the purpose of supporting my program activities.
I understand that I am responsible for understanding my US and international tax liability and for filing US income tax returns if applicable.
I understand that I am responsible for paying in full and on time all personal bills and accounts.
I understand that any publications that result from participation this program may be subject to US property and copyright laws. Before
publication, I must have the permission from the program sponsor.
I understand all reporting requirements and agree to submit progress reports, address changes, and final reports as directed.
I understand and agree to abide by the terms and conditions listed above. I understand that failing to comply will result in program termination.
I understand that I am obligated to report my current address and telephone number to the International Programs office for entry into the SEVIS
system and that any moves or changes must be reported within 10 days of the change.
I understand that if I wish to leave the United States for a short period of time and return to my J-1 program, I must obtain the ―endorsement‖ for
travel on my DS-2019 (signature of the Responsible Officer or Alternate Responsible Officer) prior to leaving the US.
Name: Signature: Date: