Opportunity
Federal Register #DOS20260463
Public Comment Request: Annual Report-J-NONIMMIGRANT Exchange Visitor Program Information Collection
Buyer
U.S. Department of State
Posted
April 16, 2026
Respond By
June 15, 2026
Identifier
DOS20260463
NAICS
928120
This notice from the U.S. Department of State seeks public comment on a proposed information collection for the Annual Report-J-NONIMMIGRANT Exchange Visitor Program. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) - OEMs and Vendors: - Department of State (no commercial OEMs or vendors involved) - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured - Proposed information collection for annual reports by designated J-NONIMMIGRANT program sponsors - Reports submitted via the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) - Estimated 1,425 respondents, annual frequency, total estimated burden of 2,850 hours - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Use of SEVIS for report submission - Submission is required to obtain or retain program benefits - Public input is requested on the necessity, accuracy, and burden of the collection
Description
The U.S. Department of State is seeking Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval for the information collection related to the Annual Report for the J-NONIMMIGRANT Exchange Visitor Program. This notice invites public comments for 60 days prior to submission to OMB, aiming to evaluate the necessity, accuracy, and burden of the information collection. The annual reports from designated program sponsors provide qualitative data on exchange participants, program activities, and effectiveness, assisting the Department in program oversight and administration.