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.
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
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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.
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.
Integrations
What does Hanover connect to for J-1 sponsors?
The systems every J-1 season runs through are built in, so participant data is entered once and reaches SEVIS, Sprintax and your other tools without re-keying. And your team can ask questions of live program data from the assistant they already use.
- SEVIS
- As an official SEVIS Batch Vendor, Hanover submits Create, Update, Cancel and Validate batches straight from the participant record, with no middleware.
- Sprintax
- Participants opt in to the Sprintax Tax Bundle from their Hanover portal and land on Sprintax with their visa type, US travel dates, passport and SEVIS ID already filled in.
- Envisage Insurance
- Participant insurance policies with Envisage, a specialist insurance broker for J-1 and cultural exchange programs.
- Hanover in ChatGPT, Claude & Copilot Early access
- Ask about participants, placements, documents and hosts in plain English, from the assistant your team already uses.
- Stripe, Mailchimp & Calendly
- Participant fees and deposits, targeted email campaigns, and interview and call scheduling, without the copy and paste.
- REST API
- Bring in applicants from your recruiters' systems, feed your data warehouse and dashboards, and send updates back.
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.
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
- Need Hanover to talk to a system that isn't built in? We build custom integrations on request, so your critical tools can all work with Hanover.
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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J1 Sponsors · Alliance Strategies
From Legacy to Leadership
Alliance Strategies is a leader in global cultural exchange programs, spanning multiple brands including Alliance Abroad, GeoVisions and Wild Packs. Since 2017, Hanover CRM has been at the heart of their digital transformation, helping the organization replace legacy systems, str
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Education Abroad · LifeTRAVELED
Technology with Purpose
As a designated U.S. Department of State sponsor, LifeTRAVELED facilitates international cultural exchange experiences for young people around the world. LifeTRAVELED offers Summer Work Travel (SWT), Camp Counselor and Intern/Trainee programs.The organization’s mission centers on
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Work & Travel · United Work & Travel
Modern Onboarding, Operational Transformation
United Work & Travel (UWT), a designated sponsor of the Summer Work & Travel and Intern/Trainee programs, had been relying on a bespoke Sage CRM system built 14 years prior. As their programs expanded, their technology did not. With no updates, no flexibility, and a system that n
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FAQ
J-1 visa sponsor CRM questions, answered
What is J-1 visa sponsor CRM software?
How does Hanover handle SEVIS batch integration?
Does Hanover integrate with Sprintax for J-1 participant taxes?
What does Hanover integrate with for J-1 sponsors?
How does Hanover compare to Terra Dotta or Sunapsis for J-1 sponsors?
How long does Hanover take to implement for a J-1 sponsor?
Is Hanover SOC 2 compliant for J-1 sponsor data?
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.