The F-2 dependent visa is a nonimmigrant visa which allows dependent spouses and children of F-1 student visa holders to enter into the U.S.
Who is eligible
The F-2 dependent visa is a nonimmigrant visa which allows dependent spouses and childrens of F-1 student visa holders to enter into the U.S.
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How to Apply
- To apply for F-2 visa, you must submit:
- Completed Form I-20A-B, Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status, that is used by the F-1 prospective applicant.
- Filled in Form DS-156, Nonimmigrant Visa Application .
- One recent photograph (37 x 37mm) of each applicant, with the entire face visible. The picture should be taken before a light background and without head covering .
- A passport, valid for travel to the U.S. for at least six months longer than your intended visit .
- Copy of you marriage certificate in case you are a dependent spouse .
- Copy of birth certificate if you are a dependant child below 21 years of age .
- Marriage photographs or wedding invitations .
- Evidence of sufficient funds for your support.
- Evidence that you will depart when the student's education is completed .
- If you are in a lawful status in the U.S., submit the visa application to
a USCIS field office in the U.S.
- If you are outside the U.S., submit the visa application to the U.S. consular office where you reside
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Duration of F2 Visa
You may stay in the U.S. as long as the principal F-1 visa holder maintains valid status. You lose your status once the principal applicant loses F-1 status
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