June 17th, 2008Dependents 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.
