VISITING INTERNATIONAL TEACHER CHECK-IN FORM - SECTION IV - PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENT COPIES

Oct 10, 2026

Visiting International Teacher Check-in Form 95-88 collects personal, residential, and emergency contact details, and records dependent information for J-2 family members. The form instructs teachers to submit required J-1 and J-2 document copies via a shared upload folder and email ISBE after completion. It also outlines J-status maintenance duties, including keeping DS-2019 current, reporting changes within 10 days, avoiding unauthorized work, maintaining insurance, and complying with program return and conduct requirements.

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SECTION I - Personal Information

SECTION II - Emergency Contact Information

SECTION III - Dependent Information

SECTION IV - Provide the Following Document Copies

SECTION V - Maintenance of Status Attestation

95-88 VISITING INTERNATIONAL TEACHER CHECK-IN FORM 100 North First Street Springfield, Illinois 62777-0001 |
MULTILINGUAL / LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT | | | --- | --- | | SECTION I -PERSONAL INFORMATION | | | FAMILY/SURNAME | GIVEN NAME | | LOCAL (U.S. ) RESIDENTIAL ADDRESS (Number, Street, Apt. , City, State, ZIP Code) -
Note: Please provide the physical address where you live in the U. S., even if temporary. Your school or district’s address is not acceptable. | | | EMAIL ADDRESS | U.S. TELEPHONE (Include Area Code) | | SCHOOL NAME and ADDRESS (Illinois school where you will teach this year) | | | SECTION II-EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION | | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | NAME | RELATIONSHIP TO YOU | | PHONE NUMBER (Include Area or Country Code) | | ADDRESS (Number, Street, Apt. , City, State/Province , ZIP/Postal Code, Country) | | | | | SECTION III -DEPENDENT INFORMATION | | | | | If applicable, have your J-2 dependent family members arrived to the U.S.? If yes, please provide their name(s): | | | | | NAME \#1 | | NAME \#2 | | | NAME \#3 | | NAME \#4 | | SECTION IV – PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENT COPIES All required documents for the J-1 teacher and any J-2 dependents must be submitted to complete your check-in. Please use the provided shared folder to upload your documents and email us at [exchangeteachers@isbe.net](exchangeteachers@isbe.net) once complete. 1. Copy of this signed check-in form (95-88) 5. Copy of your I-94 arrival record 2. Copy of your signed/stamped DS-2019(s) 6. Copy of I-901 SEVIS Fee Receipt 3. Copy of passport biographic page(s) 7. Proof of Health Insurance 4. Copy of J-1/J-2 visa(s) SECTION V-MAINTENANCE OF STATUS ATTESTATION The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) wants to ensure your time in Illinois is enjoyable, safe, and compliant with federal J-visa regulations. As a teacher in J-1 status , in order to take full advantage of the benefits of your visa and exchange visitor (EV) program, it is important that you maintain your lawful, non-immigrant status throughout the duration of your EV program. Below you will find several important steps for you to follow to maintain your lawful J-status while in the U.S. Your VIT Program Guide provides more detail in this regard and a complete review of J-1 exchange teacher program regulations will be provided at the in-person orientation in September. Please read the below information carefully and contact us if you have any questions or concerns regarding this information. 1. Always keep your Form DS-2019 current and secure. Review your DS-2019 often to ensure all information is accurate and up-todate. Necessary changes can be made to the DS-2019 by contacting [exchangeteachers@isbe.net](exchangeteachers@isbe.net). 2. Notify ISBE of changes to your school assignment, teaching position, U.S. residential address, phone number, or email address by contacting [exchangeteachers@isbe.net](exchangeteachers@isbe.net) within 10 days of any such change. ISBE is required to keep this information up-to-date in Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) . 3. Do not accept or participate in work that is not associated with the teaching position you were offered by the Illinois host school district that ISBE has on record for you. Unauthorized work can lead to termination of your EV program and J-1 status. If you are unsure whether a certain academic or professional activity is authorized, please [contact](contact exchangeteachers@isbe.net)[ ](contact exchangeteachers@isbe.net)[exchangeteachers@isbe.net](contact exchangeteachers@isbe.net). 4. Maintain a valid passport at all times. We recommend that you contact your home country’s nearest consulate/embassy to inquire about passport renewal procedures at least 6 months in advance of your passport’s expiration date. 5. Teachers in J-1 status and their J-2 dependents are required to main

FAQs

What information is required in Section I of the check-in form?

Section I requests family/surname, given name, U.S. residential address, email address, U.S. telephone, and the school name and address in Illinois where the teacher will teach this year.

Which documents must be provided in Section IV to complete check-in?

Section IV requires copies of the signed check-in form, signed/stamped DS-2019(s), passport biographic page(s), J-1/J-2 visa(s), I-94 arrival record, I-901 SEVIS fee receipt, and proof of health insurance.

What steps are required to maintain lawful J-visa status?

The form instructs teachers to keep the Form DS-2019 current, notify ISBE of changes within 10 days, avoid unauthorized work, maintain a valid passport, keep required health insurance, return to the country of last legal residence after completion, and follow the host school district’s conduct and professional expectations.

Oct 10, 2026

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