| Frequently Asked Questions |
Your Immigration Questions Answered by VisaPro.
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| 6. | How do I apply for F-2 visa? | | | |
| | To apply for F-2 visa, you must submit: | | | |
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Completed Form I-20A-B, Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status,
for dependents that is issued to the F-2 dependent. |  | | |
If Applying at a U.S. consulate: | | | • |
Filled in Form DS-160, Nonimmigrant
Visa Application | | | • |
One recent color photograph (37 x 37mm) of each
applicant, with the entire face visible. The picture should be taken before a light background and without head covering | | | • |
A passport, valid for travel to the U.S. for at least six months longer than your intended visit | | | |
If Applying for a change of status, Form I-539, Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant status: | | | •
| Copy of you marriage certificate in case you are a dependent spouse | | | •
| Copy of birth certificate if you are a dependant child below 21 years of age | | | • |
Evidence of sufficient funds for your support | | | • |
Evidence that you will depart when the student's education is completed |
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| | Note: If you are joining the prospective student later, you will need to submit Form I-20 A-B, endorsed from the school that the F-1 student is attending. |
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| 7. | Where do I apply for F-2 visa? | | | |
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If you are in a lawful status in the U.S., submit the change of status application to a USCIS Service Center in the U.S. | | | • | If you are outside the U.S., submit the visa
application to the U.S. consular office where you reside |
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| 8. | What is the processing time for F-2 visa? |
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If you are applying for a change of status at a USCIS Service Center the processing time will vary according to case load. check processing time.
If you are applying for a visa at a U.S. Consulate, and your visa is approved your passport will be returned to you by courier within a few days of the interview. |
| 9. | Can I extend my stay while on F-2 visa? | | | |
| | F-1 and F-2 are admitted for 'duration of stay'. As long as the principal F-1 maintains status as a student the F-2 is not required to seek extension of stay. |
| 10. | Can I change status while on F-2 visa? | | | |
| | Yes, you may apply for change of status while on F-2 visa.
However you can not take up the new activity/endeavor until the change of status is approved. |
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Are there any travel restrictions on F2 visas? |
| | | | | No, there are no travel restrictions on F-2 visa. You may travel as many times as possible, provided you
maintain valid F status. |
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