Hoping to do a J-1 this summer? We’ve got GREAT news for you

Good news for anyone who is hoping to do a J-1 this year. 

The U.S embassy has confirmed that an additional 2,600 J-1 visas will be available for Irish students for summer 2017.

So if visiting the States has been a dream of yours, there's no time like the present, as there are now 7,000 work and travel slots available.

Pic: Kinder Travel Guide

“The U.S. Embassy in Dublin is fully committed to the success of the J-1 programmes in Ireland," reads a statement from the embassy.

“In addition to the popular Summer Work and Travel program, Irish students can participate in the Camp Counsellor, Au Pair, and Intern programmes."

“The Embassy is working with Irish government representatives as well as U.S. and Irish program implementers to ensure Irish students continue to benefit from the J-1 program."

I feel like I'm going to get declined a visa for the USA next year for my J1 because I Drag Trump daily on Twitter

— Jack (@J4CKWALSH) February 3, 2017

The additional visas come after fears in November that the J-1 visa would be abolished under President Donald Trump. 

While students used to have a three week window in which to find work upon arriving in the U.S, restrictions were tightened last year, and now a job placement must be secured before they can travel. 

The additional J-1 visas only apply to the four month long summer work programmes, and not to the 12 month graduate visa.