- International Students & Scholars
F-2
Only spouses and children (under the age of 21) may come as dependents of the F-1 visa holder. Health insurance is mandatory for accompanying dependents.
I-20 Requirement
Each dependent must have his or her own I-20, to enter the U.S. in F-2 status.
Health Insurance
Health insurance is mandatory for accompanying dependents.
Employment
F-2 dependents cannot work under any circumstances.
Study
An F-2 spouse can only study less than full time. Full-time enrollment requires a change of visa status to F-1.
F-2 children may study full time in kindergarten through the 12th grade. F-2 children who have completed high school and are under 21 can only study part-time. F-2 children who wish to study full time beyond high school level must apply for a change of status to F-1.
I-20 Requirement
Each dependent must have his or her own I-20, to enter the U.S. in F-2 status.
Health Insurance
Health insurance is mandatory for accompanying dependents.
Employment
F-2 dependents cannot work under any circumstances.
Study
An F-2 spouse can only study less than full time. Full-time enrollment requires a change of visa status to F-1.
F-2 children may study full time in kindergarten through the 12th grade. F-2 children who have completed high school and are under 21 can only study part-time. F-2 children who wish to study full time beyond high school level must apply for a change of status to F-1.
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