J1 Visa - Usa 2003

memphis

Hi there,

I'm considering going to the states next summer on a J1. Although, I have travelled to a number of places in Europe, the States will be a first time for me. I'm hoping to travel with a pal.

I was just wondering has anyone else gone to the US on a J1, and where to? We are considering venturing to the Big Apple, is this a good choice???

I'd be greatful if ye could share your experiences with me.

Memphis

John2002

I went to San Francisco 3 years ago on a J1 and I can highly recommend it. 7 of us went over and we had a ball.

Never been to NY but friends of mine who went there said it was brilliant too except too hot during the summer with the humidity etc. SF has a strange climate, never too hot and never too cold, just nice, a bit foggy though!

memphis

Originally posted by John2002
I went to San Francisco 3 years ago on a J1 and I can highly recommend it. 7 of us went over and we had a ball.

Never been to NY but friends of mine who went there said it was brilliant too except too hot during the summer with the humidity etc. SF has a strange climate, never too hot and never too cold, just nice, a bit foggy though!

SF sounds kinda bareable weather-wise. Kinda like Irish weather (but without the rain).

Can persons who were in New York post up there opinions on the place please. I'd be delighted if someone could paint a mental picture for me.

Also, if anyone knows of a good website on NY, please let me know.

Thanks!

chernobyl

Is the age limit in New York 21 or 23?
Is there now a blanket "21" on all states?

memphis

Originally posted by chernobyl
Is the age limit in New York 21 or 23?
Is there now a blanket "21" on all states?

Age limit for what???

If ya mean an age limit to drink then, yes it is 21 in every state in The US as for as I am aware.

Our man in Havana

Originally posted by memphis
Age limit for what???

If ya mean an age limit to drink then, yes it is 21 in every state in The US as for as I am aware.

Except Louisiana where it is 18

Chaos

What would i need if i wanted to work in nyork? might be going next summer for a year but havent the foggiest what you need. im not in college or anything either.....anyone got any info on it?
Ta!

memphis

Originally posted by Chaos
What would i need if i wanted to work in nyork? might be going next summer for a year but havent the foggiest what you need. im not in college or anything either.....anyone got any info on it?
Ta!

Well then ya'll need to get a working permit.
Ya can't travel to the states on a J1 unless your a student.

As for what else ya need, I donno myself, can someone answer this question for me and chaos please.

John2002

Originally posted by chernobyl
Is the age limit in New York 21 or 23?
Is there now a blanket "21" on all states?

There are also a few weirdo dry states, wouldn't like to get stuck there for the summer!!

John2002

Originally posted by Chaos
What would i need if i wanted to work in nyork? might be going next summer for a year but havent the foggiest what you need. im not in college or anything either.....anyone got any info on it?
Ta!

Check out www.usembassy.ie. There's loads of info there about visas etc and phone numbers if you couldn't be arsed reading through it all.