J-1: Travel Abroad

General Information:

When traveling outside the United States, you need to have in your possession the proper documents to return and resume your studies. These documents are:

  • Passport valid at least six months past the planned date of reentry to the US
  • Valid J-1 visa stamp in your passport (Note: Canadian and Bermudian citizens are exempt from this requirement)
  • Original financial support as listed on your DS-2019
  • DS-2019 with valid travel signature

You may choose to additionally carry other documents with you to confirm your right to reenter the US, such as your Purdue transcript or enrollment certificate.

More information about traveling abroad on Travel Abroad Information for International Students | ISS (purdue.edu)