Other Resources
- International Services
- Immigration Updates
- F-1 Students
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J-1 Exchange Visitors
- J-1 Exchange Visitors
- Bringing Exchange Visitors to UMMC
- Exchange Visitor Categories
- Funding Requirements
- English Proficiency Requirement
- Medical Insurance
- Arriving in the U.S.
- Maintaining Legal Status
- Dependents
- Travel
- Extension of Stay
- Completing the Program
- Transferring from UMMC
- Transferring to UMMC
- Home Country Physical Presence
- J-1 Forms
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H-1B
- H-1B Overview
- Dual Intent
- Department of Labor Requirements
- Sponsoring Department Responsibilities
- IS Responsibilities
- Filing Locations and Fees
- Approval and Notification
- Acquiring Initial H-1B Status
- Length of Authorized Stay
- Dependents
- Travel
- Changing Employers
- Changes in Duties and Responsibilities
- Extension of Status
- Termination of Employment
- H-1B Forms
- Other Visas
- Other Resources
Life in Jackson
Visitjackson.com is a website developed by the Jackson Convention & Visitors Bureau, a must-see guide for all things Jackson. Make sure to visit it when you are looking for information on current events, dining options and available accommodations in the Jackson area.
For more information about our community and state, click here.
Finding a place to live
Looking for a place to live? The following pages will help you sort through the different rental options in the Jackson area.
Social Security number
Everyone who works in the United States is required to have a Social Security card, even non-immigrants. Visit the Social Security Administration's website for more information on how to obtain a Social Security number.
- Social Security Office
100 W. Capitol St.
Room 225
Jackson, MS 39269
(866) 331-8135 - Hours
9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday
Driver's license
If you are interested in obtaining a driver's license, check the Mississippi Department of Public Safety's website.