Dependents Visa
The dependent visa is a non-immigrant dependent visa for dependents of
F-1 visa or student visaholders. A spouse and unmarried, minor
children may also apply for anon-immigrant visa to accompany the
student. Family members must meet all visa eligibility requirements,
including evidence that the student will have sufficient funds for the
studies as well as supporting the dependents. They must also present
convincing evidence that the dependents will depart the country when
the student's program ends. Spouses and children of students may not
accept employment at any time, but they are allowed to study in the
country using the dependent visas.
The spouse and children may either come with the student or come later to
that country on dependents visa status. Dependents should go with the
student to the embassy or consulate where they apply for the student
visa.It is also possible to apply later for the F-2 visa or dependent
visabased on the F-1 visa or student visa ...