Please see the table below for a list of U.S. government and ECFMG fees that may be required for participants in ECFMG’s J-1 program. Note that not all fees listed are applicable in all cases or for all applicants. The SEVIS fee, in particular, is required only of initial applicants for sponsorship. Fees are subject to change.
| If you are seeking J-1 status through a U.S. Embassy or Consulate outside of the United States. | |
|---|---|
| SEVIS Fee | $220 |
| J-1 Visa Application Fee | $185 |
| Visa Issuance Fee (if applicable) | Varies by country |
| If you are seeking a change of visa status from a USCIS Regional Service Center in the United States. | |
| SEVIS Fee | $220 |
| Change of Status Fee (if applying for a change of status from within the United States) | $290 |
| If you are seeking a change in J-1 category through ECFMG and the U.S. Department of State. | |
| SEVIS Fee | $220 |
|
U.S. Department of State (DoS) Special Appeal Fee (Required only for applications requiring DoS review: change of category, exceptional extension, sponsorship authorization) |
$367 |
| Annual Application Fee | $370 |
|
ECFMG Fee for Applications Requiring Special Appeal to DoS
(Required only for applications requiring DoS review: change of category, exceptional extension, sponsorship authorization) |
$200 |
Note: A MyIntealth Account Establishment fee also may apply for U.S. and Canadian Medical School Graduates seeking J-1 visa sponsorship.
[Last update: February 27, 2026]
