Welcome
This is USAID Egypt's official support site for training-related software systems: TraiNet and VCS (Visa Compliance System). This web site provides Egypt specific information and guidance on the use of TraiNet Web and the VCS systems to enable missions and partners to 1) understand how to use the software, 2) report data on training events, and 2) obtain paperwork necessary for a J-1 visa and to maintain exchange visitor status.
For general TraiNet and VCS information not specific to Egypt, please visit trainet.usaid.org
If you don't find the answer you're looking for, contact:
- Help Desk Email: jvisa@devis.com
- Help Desk Phone: +1-703-527-4340
Mon-Fri, 7:00-19:00, Washington time
Outside those hours, leave a message - Help Desk Feedback Form: Enter your suggestions here
Steps for Processing USAID-sponsored Participants to Third Countries (Effective June 25, 2008)
- Click here for the Steps for Processing Third-Country Training
- Click here for the Third-Country Training Checklist
Steps for Processing USAID-sponsored Participants to U.S. (effective January 31, 2008)
USAID/Egypt has streamlined the J-1 visa pre-departure documentation process, introducing major changes, including a requirement to upload key documents to the TraiNet system. Click here and read What are the steps that must be taken to obtain a J-1 visa? for information on the requirements.
Effective January 31, 2008 the revised forms must be used for all new activities in the U.S. (but not those currently in the R1-R3 process). The new requirements are applicable to all participant training activities funded by USAID through a contract, grant, cooperative agreement, or other type of agreement.
Need Help with Pre-Departure Logistics and Medicals?
You are encouraged to purchase these services from USAID/Egypt's contracted service provider: Institute of International Education, IIE. IIE works closely with USAID's Training Team, and has expertise in such services as visa application support, Individual Tax-Payer Identification issuance, HAC medical insurance enrollment, travel arrangements, and general participant training advice. IIE can also arrange for required medical examinations, vouchering and provide general advice on waivers, validity dates and final clearance.
Institute of International Education (IIE):
Website: www.iie.org
Address: 71 Road 105, 3rd floor / Hedayek El Maadi – Cairo, Egypt
Phone: +20-2-2524-2172, 2528-5779, 2528-5780, 2528-5781
Fax: +20-2-2524-2175
Contacts:
Elizabeth (Liz) Khalifa – Regional Director / Email: lkhalifa@iie-egypt.org / Cell: 012-2157944
Sherine Hegab – Project Manager / Email: shegab@iie-egypt.org / Cell: 012-2191700
Need English Language Training or Testing?
You are encouraged to purchase these services from USAID/Egypt's contracted service provider: AMIDEAST. AMIDEAST works closely with USAID's Training Team, providing short-term and long-term English language training to prepare USAID-funded participants for overseas travel. Training is tailored to meet the needs of individual USAID participants, and also includes English language skills for Government of Egypt counterparts. AMIDEAST also administers CEPA (USAID's English proficiency assessment), TOEFL, GRE, and GMAT.
AMIDEAST:
Website: www.amideast.org/egypt
Address: 23, Mussadak Street / Dokki - Giza, Egypt
Main Phone: (in Egypt):19263, (outside Egypt): +20-2-19263
ELTT Contacts:
39, Mohamed El Ghazaly (formerly Qambeez) Street
Off Mossadak Street, Dokki, Giza, Egypt
Phone: +20-2-3338-3926/3338-3917
Ihab Abdalla – Project Manager / Email: iabdalla@amideast.org / Cell: 010-6800172
Waleed Said, Senior Program Specialist / Email: wsaid@amideast.org
Stephen Hanchey, Country Director for Egypt / Email: shanchey@amideast.org