VA

October 27 2024

J Waivers for Physicians

J waivers for physicians are available for doctors who agree to work in Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) or Medically Underserved Areas (MUAs) for a minimum of 3 years. Generally, International Medical Graduates who do medical residency and fellowship programs in the U.S. must return to their home countries for 2 years after completing their […]

August 30 2010

J Waivers for Physicians

Since 1976, international medical graduates (“IMGs”) have been barred from obtaining many types of benefits under U.S. immigration laws even after they have completed medical residencies and fellowships in the U.S. Many of these restrictive laws remain on the books despite the tremendous need for various types of physicians across the U.S. The Department of […]