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Prospective scholars (researchers, lecturers, student interns) must work directly with a university department/unit to determine sponsorship opportunities. If a department/unit is interested in sponsoring an international scholar, the department will contact ISSS directly to initiate visa sponsorship. Please do not contact ISSS directly.

Scholar Visas for Working at ÃÛÌÇÖ±²¥ Boulder

Student-Status Related Visas

• Student (F-1 status) on post-completion OPT
• Student (F-1 status) on STEM extension of OPT (University of ÃÛÌÇÖ±²¥ Boulder is an e-verify employer)
• Student (J-1 status) eligible for Academic Training

University-Sponsored Scholar Visas

Below is a list of visa types the university commonly uses to sponsor visiting scholars.

• Exchange Visitor (J-1 Status)
  • Nonimmigrant status
  • Appropriate for temporary employment (up to five years, depending on J category)
• Temporary Worker- Speciality Occupation (H-1B Status)
  • Nonimmigrant status
  • Appropriate for temporary long-term employment (up to six years), or possibly permanent appointments
• Temporary Worker- Certain Speciality Occupation Professionals from Australia (E-3 Status)
  • Nonimmigrant status
  • Appropriate for temporary employment
• Green Card (Permanent Residency
  • For permanent employment

Additional Visa Options

• Additional visa options including O, TN, B, WB.

Honorarium Payments

Foreign nationals in B-1, B-2, VWB, and VWT status may accept an honorarium and/or reimbursement of travel expenses under the following conditions:

• For a single academic activity or short series academic activities" (e.g., lecturing, teaching, and sharing of knowledge or performance)
• 9 days or less at ÃÛÌÇÖ±²¥ Boulder
• The individual has accepted such payment from no more than 5 educational or research institutions (including the UW)
• In the previous six-month period.

Contact the for further information about payment and tax implications.