F-2 Dependents & F-2 Visas

The spouses and unmarried children (under age 21) of an F-1 visa holder are eligible for F-2 visas. For the F-2 visa, they will need the following documents:

• an I-20 issued for F-2 dependent (if you are a current student, you will need to submit an I-20 Request Form to our office for the dependent I-20)
• a valid passport
• evidence of relationship to F-1 (e.g. marriage certificate or birth certificate)
• evidence of financial support (Certification of Financial Support, bank statement, assistantship or scholarship letter). You may use the same documentation as the F-1.
• visa application forms DS-156, DS-158, and for males between the ages of 16 and 45, the DS-157 as well.

Additional Documents

Dependents of continuing students will also need:

• a valid travel signature (signatures valid for 1 year from date of signing)
• a W&M transcript (recommended)
• a visa support letter (optional)

Check with your U.S. Consulate to see if they require any additional documents.