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How the 212(e) Rule Affects J-1 Teachers—and a Way to Stay

February 20, 2026August 2, 2025 by gemma@teach-usa.net
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You built a life in the U.S.—but if your J-1 visa has the 212(e) rule, you could lose it all. Here’s how the National Interest Waiver (NIW) can help teachers stay legally and long-term.

Categories Visa & Job Guide Tags Filipino teachers in America, J-1 visa 212e, j1 waiver, national interest waiver for teachers, NIW green card, stay in the us after j1 7 Comments
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