J-1 Physician Letter Template

It is a requirement for individuals visiting Penn on a J-1 visa, who hold MD (or equivalent) degrees, to provide a letter, signed by the Dean's designee and the chair of the appointing department, which affirms the visitor's duties at Penn will involve zero or incidental patient contact.

To submit a letter request, please complete the below form with the relevant details and, once the department chair's signature has been applied, email the signed letter to the Office of the Dean for CSO approval.