USA Student visa - Dependents & family
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Do my spouse and children need to pay the SEVIS fee for F-2 visas, and what documents do they need?
→F-2 dependents do not pay the I-901 SEVIS fee, which applies to the primary F-1 student. Each dependent completes a separate DS-160, pays the visa fee and receives an individual Form I-20 from the school's Designated School Official. Proof of relationship and financial support for dependents may also be required.
Can I bring my spouse and children to the USA on an F-1 visa, and can they work?
→Yes, an F-1 student can bring a spouse and unmarried children under 21 on F-2 dependent visas. F-2 spouses generally cannot work, while F-2 children are allowed to attend school. Check the details with your university before you plan the move.
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