Which countries besides Canada and Australia offer dependent visas in Ireland/New Zealand for a Master's/PhD?
Besides Canada and Australia, several other countries offer dependent visas for international students:
- New Zealand: Spouses and children can join students on eligible courses. Spouses may get work rights if the student is enrolled in a master's or higher-level program.
- United Kingdom: As of January 2024, dependent visas are generally available only for PhD or postgraduate research students.
- Ireland: Dependent visas are available for students on long-term courses, with some work options for dependents.
- United States: Dependent visas (F-2) are available for spouses and children of F-1 students, but F-2 holders cannot work in the U.S.
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