Host Department Forms
The forms on this page are intended for Northwestern department administrators supporting perspective international scholar visitors.
H-1B Visa Forms
Detailed information on H-1B visas, requirements, and steps for the host department can be found on our H-1B visa resource page.
J-1 Visa Forms
Northwestern University is authorized to use the following types of J-1 exchange visitor (EV) categories: short term, researcher, professor, student intern. Please consult the following resources for additional guidance: J-1 Visa Types and consult J-1 Visa Steps for Host Departments for detailed instructions depending on EV category.
- Exchange Visitor DS-2019 Request
- DS-2019 Department Request Form
- English Proficiency Attestation
- J-1 Student Intern Department Supplement
- J-1 Student Intern Supervisor Evaluation Form
B-1/WB Short Term Visitor Visa Forms
Review more information on our B-1/WB webpage.
- B-1/WB Department Request Form
- B-1/WB Letter Template
E-3 (Australian National Visa) Forms
The E-3 specialty occupation visa category is for Australian nationals. See detailed information at E-3 Visas.
- E-3 Department Request Form
- E-3 Itinerary Letter - Refer to H-1B itinerary example for a template that is also applicable to E-3
- LCA Posting Notice and Instructions
TN Visa Forms
TN visa status is for qualified citizens from Canada and Mexico to temporarily engage in professional business activities. Learn more at TN Visas