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Dependents (J-2)
Dependents enter the U.S. on J-2 dependent visas. Each dependent is required to have a DS-2019,
passport, and a J-2 visa stamp.
A J-2 status does not enable a J-2 dependent to work, but the dependent is allowed to apply for
permission to work from USCIS through an Employment Authorization Document (EAD). There is no
regulatory restriction on study for J-2 dependents.

REPLACING LOST OR STOLEN
IMMIGRATION DOCUMENTS
Inform your PDSO, DSO, ARO or RO, and the OIS that the documents
were lost or stolen. If the documents were stolen, file a police report.
If you lose your documents, take a few days to look for them; many
times you will find the documents.
Replacing the Passport
Contact your embassy for further information. Please see the Embassies and Consulates Appendix:
Replacing your Visa
You can remain in the U.S. without a visa or on an expired visa. When you return home or travel to
another country, you must replace the visa. You will not be allowed into the U.S. without a valid visa.
Replacing your I-20 or DS-2019
Contact a PDSO, DSO, RO or ARO to request a new I-20 or DS-2019.
Replacing your EAD Card (for F-1 students on OPT)
• Form I-765 is needed to apply for a replacement EAD card for OPT. Contact USCIS for more
information about replacing the EAD card and Form I-765.
• Check box for Replacement of lost Employment Authorization Document near the top of Form I765.
• Obtain I-20 with current OPT recommendation from the DSO, in addition to the other
documents required.

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