Applying for a Waiver? Sooner is Better Than Later When it Comes to These States

When applying for a physician visa waiver, it’s important to check the application cycles for each individual state. Applicants should also focus on which medical specialties are given priority, the pre-filing employer recruitment requirements, and the historical availability of waiver sports for the state where you are interested in working.

If your desired state is on the list below, consider starting your preparation as soon as possible.

California

Connecticut

Florida

Illinois

Indiana

Iowa

Kentucky

Massachusetts

Michigan

Missouri 

New York

South Carolina

Texas

[ READ: States with the Highest Number of J-1 Physicians ]

SJA Physician Visa Series

St. John Associates is honored to work with international medical graduates as they seek employment-based pathways to permanent residency. To ease the job search for physician visa applicants, we are creating a series of content highlighting different facets of the process.

For further assistance, please contact one of our physician recruiters.

DISCLAIMER:

The information provided here is general in nature and should not be relied on for specific situations. In addition to working with an experienced physician recruiter, St. John Associates recommends that all physician visa candidates consult with an experienced immigration attorney to get the right plan for their specific situation.