Post-arrival
Check In
The online J-1 Visa Check-in Application is due within 25 days of your DS-2019 start date and can only be completed after arriving in the U.S. Failure to complete the check-in within the deadline will automatically invalidate your J-1 record in SEVIS which leads to the termination of your J-1 status. If you are unable to enter the U.S. and complete the online J-1 Visa Check-in Application by the deadline, you must contact your department immediately so that they can submit a request to the DGSOM Visa and Licensing to change your DS-2019 start date.
The check-in application can be accessed at the MyBruin International Portal. ( Chrome or Firefox is recommended to ensure compatibility )
You will be prompted to enter your International Portal ID and PIN number.
Please note, do not access the application until after you have arrived to the U.S. and collected all the documents listed below.
J-1 Mandatory Online Orientation
The DGSOM J-1 Orientation is a mandatory orientation designed to meet U.S. Department of State requirements and to help you adjust to life in the U.S., Los Angeles, and UCLA. You will receive an auto generated unique password from the Visa and Licensing Office to complete the orientation.