1. Can the GACC California also be a partner for other visa types besides J-1 visa?
   
   
2. Can the GACC California guarantee that I will receive my DS-2019?
   
   
3. Do I really need a visa to perform an internship in the U.S.?
   
   
4. How should I compare various visa agencies services?
   
   
5. Is it possible for my spouse/my children to accompany me to the U.S. during my internship/training?
   
   
6. What does “have a sponsor” mean?
   
   
7. What is the purpose of a J-1 visa program?
   
   
8. When should I begin applying for my J-1 visa?
   
   

1. Do I have to submit a signed offer letter for my proposed internship/training to GACC California?
   
   
2. Does the host company have to be located in California in order to participate in GACC California’s program?
   
   
3. Does the host organization have to be a member with GACC California?
   
   
4. Is it possible for the GACC California to secure an internship or training for me in the U.S.?
   
   
5. Is it possible to complete an internship/training with a very small company?
   
   
6. Is it possible to earn a stipend during my internship/training?
   
   
7. What rules do I have to obey for trainings in the field of hospitality/tourism?
   
   
8. When is an “on-site visit” needed?
   
   
9. Which requirements must my host organization fulfill in order to be able to offer an internship or training to me?
   
   
10. Which sort of internships and training positions can I accept?
    
    

1. Can I immediately complete an internship/training following my High School graduation?
   
   
2. Can my prospective host organization assist me with the visa application fees by covering the expenses fully or partially?
   
   
3. Do all documents have to be completely gathered in order to begin processing my visa application?
   
   
4. Do I have to use the insurance offered through GACC California?
   
   
5. Do I need to be insured during my internship/training period?
   
   
6. Do program fees differ depending on whether I am a student, graduate or young professional?
   
   
7. How and where do I have to apply for my J-1 visa?
   
   
8. Is there a fee for incomplete documents?
   
   
9. What are the advantages of GACC California’s PREMIUM service in comparison to its simple SELF service?
   
   
10. What does the insurance GACC California offers include?
    
    
11. What is the SEVIS fee?
    
    
12. What is the U.S. embassy fee?
    
    
13. What requirements have to be fulfilled for an applicant to be eligible to apply for a J-1 visa?
    
    
14. Which program fees will be refunded to me in the event that my J-1 visa application will be denied?
    
    
15. Why is the processing of my J-1 visa application so expensive?
    
    

1. Can I apply a second time for a J-1 visa?
   
   
2. Can I apply for tax refund?
   
   
3. Can I change my host company?
   
   
4. Can I extend my J-1 visa?
   
   
5. Can I plan my travel arrangements to the U.S. while I am requesting my DS-2019?
   
   
6. Do I have to pay taxes during my internship or training in the U.S.?
   
   
7. How do I arrange an appointment at the U.S. Embassy when I have my DS-2019?
   
   
8. How long can I stay in the USA after my internship is up?
   
   
9. How long do I have to wait to get my J-1 visa?
   
   
10. Is it possible to accept a work offer while I am an intern/trainee in the U.S.?
    
    
11. What do I need to consider when traveling outside the U.S.?
    
    
12. Who can I contact if I have problems during my internship ot training?
    
    
13. Will I need a biometric passport to enter the U.S.?
    
    
14. Will I need a social security number?
    
    

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