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The letter outlines the effective program period, expected weekly research hours, and that continued participation depends on satisfactory performance and maintenance of J-1 non-immigrant status. It specifies funding options (stipend or non-UB self-funding), housing responsibility, medical insurance requirements for J-1 and J-2 dependents, and the process to submit a Medical Insurance Attestation form to receive DS-2019 for visa application.","SAMPLE INVITATION LETTER FOR J-1 SCHOLARS\n(original signed letter must be on departmental letterhead)\n[Date]\n[Name]\u000b[Title] \u000b[Street Address]\u000b[City] [Province] [Postal Code] \u000b[Country]\nDear [Name]:\nOn behalf of [Name of Department], I am pleased to invite you to be a [Department Position Title or “Visiting Scholar”] and a (J-1 [Professor, Research Scholar, Short-term Scholar or Specialist]) at the State University of New York at Buffalo (“University at Buffalo”). This invitation is effective for the \u000bperiod of [Start Date of Program] to [End Date of Program]. During this period, you will be expected to be engaged in your research activities for [Number] hours per week.\nYour activities will consist of [Describe Program Activities]. Continued participation in The University at Buffalo’s exchange visitor program is contingent upon satisfactory performance as determined by me and maintenance of J-1 non-immigrant status.  All inquiries you may have concerning maintenance of J-1 status and other immigration related matters should be directed to UB Immigration Services, 1Capen, Buffalo, New York 14260, \u0013 HYPERLINK \"mailto:immgsvc@buffalo.edu\" \u0014immgsvc@buffalo.edu\u0015, (716) 645-2355.\nFunding\n[UB Funding Option] The University at Buffalo shall provide a stipend of $[Dollar Amount] per [Month/Year]. The University will also provide medical insurance starting on the 43rd day of your employment. You will be responsible for purchasing health insurance from UB’s Student Medical Insurance Office for the 42-day waiting period before your employer-sponsored health insurance takes effect. The University at Buffalo will also provide you with [office]/[lab] space (which may be shared), the use of a computer and access to library facilities.\n[Non-UB Funding Option]\nIt is my understanding that you will provide your own funding to cover all the expenses of your stay at the University at Buffalo, including health insurance for yourself and your accompanying dependents, if any. The University at Buffalo will provide you with [office]/[lab] space (which may be shared), the use of a computer and library facilities.\nHousing\nUnless our department explicitly states in writing that it will make arrangements for you, it will be your responsibility to find housing for yourself (and your family, if applicable) for the duration of your stay at the University. Helpful tips for finding off-campus housing can be found at \u0013 HYPERLINK \"https://www.buffalo.edu/campusliving/find-your-home/living-off-campus.html\" \u0014https://www.buffalo.edu/campusliving/find-your-home/living-off-campus.html\u0015.\nHealth Insurance\nBoth the U.S. Department of State (DOS) and State University of New York (SUNY) require J-1 Exchange Visitors to have medical insurance coverage during their stay in the U.S. as J-1 Exchange Visitors. The DOS also requires that J-2 dependents have medical insurance that meets DOS regulatory requirements. Further information about insurance for J-1 scholars is available at\n\u0013 HYPERLINK \"https://www.buffalo.edu/immigration-services/services/J-1Scholars0/mandatory-health-insurance.html\" \u0014Mandatory Health Insurance - UB Immigration Services - University at Buffalo\u0015\nTo affirm that you and your dependents will have the necessary health insurance coverage, we require you to sign and submit the Medical Insurance Attestation form to us. After you have done so, we will send you a DS-2019 so you can apply for a J-1 visa. 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