The $20 fee covers the professional administrative review of your initial documents (Passport, Transcripts, and Resume). Because J-1 visa regulations are strict, we manually screen every applicant to ensure they are legally eligible before they invest more money in the process.

On average, the process takes 1 to 3 months. This includes vetting, host property interviews, DS-2019 issuance, and the U.S. Embassy visa appointment. We recommend starting your application at least 3 months before your desired start date.

• Intern: You are currently enrolled in a post-secondary academic institution outside the U.S. OR you graduated within the last 12 months.
• Trainee: You have a degree/professional certificate and at least 1 year of related work experience outside the U.S. OR you have 5 years of professional experience in your field.

Yes. Since you will be training in 4 and 5-star luxury environments, you must have Advanced English (Level B2/C1). You must be able to communicate clearly with guests and understand complex safety and management instructions.

This fee is a comprehensive investment that covers:

• Legal Visa Sponsorship (DS-2019 Form).
• Mandatory SEVIS I-901 Government Fee ($220).
• 12 Months of Premium Health Insurance.
• English Assessment Test
• 24/7 Emergency Support in the USA.

GUP offers a transparent refund policy. If your visa is denied, we refund your paid program fees minus a $1,000 administrative fee. This deduction covers the non-recoverable costs of your insurance activation, SEVIS registration, and legal document shipping.

No. Per U.S. Department of State regulations, J-1 Interns and Trainees are only permitted to work at the specific Host Property listed on their DS-7002 Training Plan. Unauthorized employment will result in immediate program termination.

While we consider your preferences, we prioritize matching your skills with the best host property for your career growth. Our placements are in 4-5 star luxury resorts across the USA, from Florida to California.

The $450 Vetting & Profiling Fee

This fee is paid once the candidate passes the initial audit and English interview. It moves them from "Applicant" to "GUP Candidate."

• Professional Profiling: We transform their CV into a U.S.-style professional resume and "Candidate Profile" tailored for 5-star hotel standards.
• Host Property Matching: Our team actively pitches the candidate’s profile to our network of U.S. Executive Chefs and General Managers.
• Interview Coaching: GUP conducts preparation sessions to ensure they succeed when they interview with the U.S. employer.

This is the "Success Fee," paid only after the candidate receives a formal Job Offer. It covers the heavy legal lifting:

• DS-2019 Sponsorship: The legal cost of the Certificate of Eligibility from the U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor. This is the most important document for the visa.
• Sponsor Site Visit & Vetting: Ensures the U.S. host property meets all government safety and training standards.
• Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance that meets J-1 regulatory requirements for the entire 12-month duration.
• SEVIS Fee Management: Registration in the U.S. Government’s Student and Exchange Visitor Information System.
• Visa Appointment Support: Detailed guidance on booking and preparing for the U.S. Embassy interview.
• Soft Landing Access: Coordination with the host property for your pre-arranged, furnished housing and the 14-day rent grace period.