(a) Program sponsors may, pursuant to the provisions set forth in this section, permit an exchange visitor to transfer from one designated program to another designated program.

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(b) The responsible officer of the program to which the exchange visitor is transferring:

(1) Shall verify the exchange visitor’s visa status and program eligibility;

(2) Execute the Form DS-2019; and

(3) Secure the written release of the current sponsor.

(c) Upon return of the completed Form DS-2019, the responsible officer of the program to which the exchange visitor has transferred shall provide:

(1) The exchange visitor his or her copy of the Form DS-2019; and

(2) A notification copy of such form to the Department of State.