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Hanover CRM

For J-1 visa sponsors

BridgeUSA program management, built for sponsors.

Hanover CRM handles SEVIS, DS-2019s, training plans and monitoring in one system, designed specifically for J-1 visa sponsors.

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Hanover CRM J-1 visa sponsor dashboard

Hanover CRM is BridgeUSA program management software for J-1 visa sponsors. As an official SEVIS Batch Vendor, Hanover handles SEVIS validation, electronic DS-2019 issuance with ARO sign-off, DS-7002 training plans, monthly monitoring, mid- and end-point evaluations, and audit downloads in one SOC 2 Type II platform, replacing the spreadsheets and bolt-on systems most sponsors stitch together today.

  • Official SEVIS Batch Vendor
  • No long-term contracts. Stay if you see value
  • Unlimited hosts & partners

Trusted by J-1 sponsors and exchange leaders

  • Alliance Abroad
  • American Immigration Council
  • ERDT
  • House o' Orange
  • ICEO
  • ICLS
  • Institute of Global Exchange
  • IREX
  • Janus International
  • Jenza
  • LifeTRAVELED
  • StageGlobal
  • United Work & Travel
  • WISE Foundation

Why Hanover

Run a J-1 program and tired of stitching together generic tools?

Hanover was built for sponsors. SEVIS Batching, electronic DS-2019 forms, DS-7002 training plans, and the monitoring and evaluation tools your audit will ask about. One system that connects you, your partners and your participants.

The platform

What does Hanover do for J-1 visa sponsors?

Applications, placements, contracts, documents, communications. Hanover keeps the whole program in one place, with no-code configuration so you can shape it to how you actually run.

Admins get the tools to do their job. Participants and hosts get portals they'll use. Your auditors get records that are already organised.

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Key sponsor features

How does Hanover handle SEVIS, DS-2019s and BridgeUSA compliance?

On top of the core CRM, these features cover the compliance and operational work that's specific to visa sponsors.

SEVIS Batching
As an official SEVIS Batch Vendor, you manage compliance directly inside Hanover. No third-party middleware, no duplicate data entry.
Electronic DS-2019s
AROs sign DS-2019 forms within Hanover and participants download the signed copy straight from their portal.
DS-7002 Training Plans
Create and automate multi-phase Training Plans, assign them to placements, and capture sign-off from host and participant.
Monitoring & Evaluations
Configure monthly monitoring forms to send automatically, plus mid-point and end-point evaluations triggered at the right moment in each program.
Audit downloads
A Full Application Profile Download tool designed to support and simplify bi-annual BridgeUSA management audits.
Unlimited hosts & partners
No matter how many cultural exchange businesses you work with, Hanover allows for unlimited hosts and partner organizations on every plan.

Core benefits

Why do J-1 sponsors choose Hanover over generic CRMs?

Hanover connects you, your partners and your participants in one process that everyone can actually follow.

Everything in one place
Applications, placements, contracts, documents and communications. One platform, one source of truth, less time hunting for information.
No-code configuration
Build forms, configure workflows and customise portals without code. Shape the CRM around each program you run, instead of the other way round.
Portals people will use
Participants, hosts and partners each get their own view. Application completion, document submission and progress tracking, with everyone seeing only what they need.
Automate the busywork
Reminders, status updates, follow-ups. Hanover handles the repetitive tasks so the things that matter don't slip.

Pricing

How much does Hanover cost for J-1 visa sponsors?

See all three tiers, including the Sponsor tier built around your J-1 program. Custom pricing is scoped to your placement volume, and the Sponsor tier includes SEVIS integration, electronic DS-2019s, training plans, monitoring and audit downloads. Visit /pricing for tier overviews and contact us for a quote.

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Pro features

What add-ons can sponsors layer on top of Hanover?

Optional extensions for sponsors who need more from their CRM.

Lighthouse (Support Desk)
A support desk built for international exchange. Easier issue reporting and resolution, lower barriers to adoption.
Multiple brands & channels
Run multiple sponsor brands and communication channels from one platform. Useful for groups running several programs side by side.
Enhanced dashboards & analytics
Customisable dashboards and analytics for the reporting, compliance and leadership work that lives outside the CRM today.
Custom integrations
Mailchimp, Stripe, Calendly and custom integrations on request. Connect Hanover to the tools your team already uses.

Pro features pricing is available upon request. Contact us.

Customer stories

Which J-1 sponsors run on Hanover today?

How J-1 sponsors actually run their programs on Hanover CRM.

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FAQ

J-1 visa sponsor CRM questions, answered

What is J-1 visa sponsor CRM software?
J-1 visa sponsor CRM software is a purpose-built platform for BridgeUSA designated sponsors. Unlike generic CRMs, Hanover ships SEVIS Batch validation, DS-2019 issuance with ARO digital sign-off, DS-7002 training plans, monthly monitoring, mid- and end-point evaluations, and a Full Application Profile audit download. That covers every workflow the State Department's bi-annual sponsor management audit will ask about.
How does Hanover handle SEVIS batch integration?
Hanover is an official SEVIS Batch Vendor, so SEVIS validation runs natively inside the CRM with no third-party middleware. Sponsors submit Create, Update, Cancel and Validate batches directly from a participant record, see exception messages immediately, and keep every transmission logged against the same record auditors review. This eliminates duplicate data entry between SEVIS RTI and your participant database.
How does Hanover compare to Terra Dotta or Sunapsis for J-1 sponsors?
Terra Dotta and Sunapsis target university-based exchange visitor programs, not commercial BridgeUSA sponsors. Hanover is built specifically for J-1 visa sponsors running Intern, Trainee, Summer Work Travel, Camp Counselor and Teacher categories at scale. Sponsor-specific features like host company vetting, training plan automation, monitoring forms and audit downloads are core to Hanover, not bolt-ons.
How long does Hanover take to implement for a J-1 sponsor?
Most J-1 sponsors are live on Hanover within 8–12 weeks. Onboarding includes data migration from your current system, SEVIS environment setup, configuration of program categories, host company workflows, training plan templates and monitoring forms. Sponsors with simpler programs go live faster; multi-brand sponsors with custom integrations may run longer.
Is Hanover SOC 2 compliant for J-1 sponsor data?
Hanover holds a SOC 2 Type II attestation, and the platform is GDPR compliant. Continuous controls monitoring, encryption at rest and in transit, role-based access and immutable audit logs cover every privileged action. Sponsor risk reviewers and Department of State auditors can pull sub-processor lists, data residency details and control mappings from the Trust Center at /security.

Ready for a new J-1 visa system?

Talk to the team and see why J-1 sponsors keep choosing Hanover over generic CRMs and home-grown spreadsheets.

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