Changing job shortly before J1 visa interview. Risky or okay?

[Salem Toubasi 0]

I’m applying for a J1 visa and I’d appreciate some advice.

 

I started this job on November 23, and my U.S. embassy interview is likely at the end of February.

I’ve been considering changing job, mainly for professional growth, but I’m concerned about how this might look at the J-1 interview.

 

My questions:

Does changing jobs a few months before the interview raise red flags?

 

Is it generally safer to stay in the current role until after the interview?

 

How much does the embassy actually care about short-term job changes in the home country?

 

I haven’t changed jobs yet, just trying to make the smartest decision before submitting my DS160.

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It’s fine. Realistically the J-1 isn’t likely to be approved if you’re reapplying so soon, so I’d suggest you just carry on with living your life. You don’t want to turn an opportunity down for a visa that may never happen. 
 

Good luck.