Initiating A Visa Sponsorship for a J-1 Visiting Scholar

To initiate a request for a J-1 Exchange Visitor, you must:

1. Be a department administrator (a Business Services Coordinator, Business Officer, or similar role) with an account in the ISSO Portal.
2. Prior to submitting a new request, read our ISSO Portal Training Guide for Departmental Administrators and/or view the ISSO training video here.
3. Understand the timeline and all other host/hiring department responsibilities.
4. Submit your request in the ISSO Portal following the instructions provided.

UNC Charlotte ISSO Portal Login Instructions and video:

Login using your NinerNET credentials at the ISSO Portal to begin your request.

If you have any trouble logging-in or need to be added to your department’s group, contact the ISSO at intlscholar@charlotte.edu.