U.S. Physician Program (J-1 Visa)

1-7

Years

Clinical

Training

$160

Visa Fee

Program Types Benefits

Overview

The J-1 Physician visa allows international medical graduates (IMGs) to enroll in Graduate Medical Education (GME) or specialized fellowship programs at accredited American hospitals and medical schools. The program aims to transfer medical expertise and enhance scientific exchange between the United States and other countries, with the expectation that the physician will return to their home country to contribute to the development of the healthcare sector.

Essential Requirements

Medical degree from a recognized university.

Passing USMLE Step 1 & Step 2 CK (essential for ECFMG application).

Obtaining the ECFMG Certificate.

Acceptance letter from an ACGME-accredited Residency or Fellowship program.

Valid passport and proof of financial support.

Types of Physician Programs

Clinical Observership

Observational clinical training in various medical specialties

Research Fellowship

Medical research and academic training programs

Graduate Medical Education

Residency and fellowship programs in accredited institutions

Medical Exchange

Short-term exchange programs with US medical institutions

Benefits

Intensive practical training in an advanced medical environment.

Receiving a Residency Salary (ranging from $55,000 – $70,000 annually).

Paving the way for Fellowship or subspecialization.

Enhancing the CV with internationally recognized American experience.

Challenges

Intense competition, especially in prestigious specialties.

Long training period and high workload (80 hours per week in some programs).

Benefits of Fellowship

Gaining advanced expertise in a precise subspecialty.

Greater job opportunities in prestigious medical centers.

Higher salaries after completion compared to only residency graduates.

Enhancing the CV with advanced American experience.

Benefits for Jordanian Physicians

Opportunity to train in top American hospitals.

Gaining advanced practical experience in medical specialties.

Enhancing the CV with prestigious international experience.

Potential to return to Jordan with high expertise or pursue a career path via a Waiver.

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Application Steps

Pass USMLE exams and obtain the ECFMG Certificate.

Apply to Residency or Fellowship programs via The Match or directly.

Obtain official acceptance from an accredited program.

Receive Form DS-2019 from ECFMG.

Pay the SEVIS I-901 fee.

Complete the DS-160 form and pay the visa fee.

Book an appointment at the U.S. Embassy in Amman.

Attend the interview and submit documents.

Program Sponsors

Accredited US medical institutions and healthcare organizations that sponsor J-1 physician programs.

Teaching hospitals and medical centers

University medical schools

Research institutions

Specialty medical clinics

Physician Success Stories

Dr. Ahmed R.

Egypt

"The J-1 physician program gave me invaluable clinical experience and research opportunities that significantly advanced my medical career."

Dr. Maria C.

Colombia

"Working in a US hospital exposed me to advanced medical technologies and patient care standards that I now apply in my home country."

Important Notes

Must have proper medical supervision at all times

Cannot engage in independent medical practice

Health insurance coverage is mandatory

Visa duration matches program length

May be subject to two-year home residency requirement

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