Getting an F-2 (Dependent) Visa
F-2 Dependents
If you are currently in the US in F-1 status or will enter the US in F-1 status, your spouse and children under the age of 21 are welcome to join you in F-2 dependent status.
F-2 Visa Requirements
To apply for an F-2 visa, please be sure to check your Embassy’s webpage, but this list of documents is commonly required:
- DS-160 visa application and fee, and any required photos as determined by the individual Embassy
- F-2 I-20 produced by the school the F-1 student will attend
- Proof of relationship (spouse or child-parent)
- Proof of available funds to cover the dependent’s expenses
- Proof of F-1 student’s valid status:
- Copy of F-1 student’s I-20
- Copy of F-1 student’s I-901 SEVIS fee receipt
- Copy of F-1 student’s passport and F-1 visa, if required (NA for citizens of Canada)
- Copy of F-1 student’s I-94 IF they are already in the US
- Copy of F-1 student’s transcript IF they are already in the US
Please note your F-2 dependent does NOT need to pay their own SEVIS fee. Their I-20 is connected to yours, so your fee covers their I-20 as well.