Which countries offer dependent visas for spouses accompanying students for a Postgraduate?
Many popular study destinations offer dependent visas for spouses of international students, but the rights and requirements vary by country.
- United States: Spouses can join on F-2 or J-2 visas. F-2 dependents cannot work; J-2 dependents may apply for work authorization.
- United Kingdom: Spouses and children can apply as dependants if the student meets certain course and sponsorship criteria.
- Canada: Spouses of full-time students in eligible programs can apply for an open work permit.
- Australia: Spouses can accompany students and usually work up to 40 hours per fortnight; full work rights may apply for postgraduate research dependants.
- New Zealand: Spouses of students in eligible programs can get a Partner of a Student Work Visa, allowing full-time work.
- Germany, Sweden, Finland, Denmark, Ireland, Netherlands, Austria: Spouses can join on dependent or family reunification visas, often with work rights (subject to each country’s current rules).
Visa rules and work rights are subject to change.
Can your spouse come with you to Australia?
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