How to Apply For F2 Visa ? Dependent Visa Processing Time & Documents:
US F2 Visa is called the Dependent Visa for the Spouse or unmarried children (under 21 Years) of F1 Visa Holder. F1 Visa is issued for the International Students to study in the United States of America which is nonimmigrant visa category. If F1 visa holder is married or having children (Under 21 years) can apply for the F2 Visa for the Spouse or Children to go with F1 Visa holder as dependent visa category by completing the all requirements and filling the correct visa application form & visa type.
F2 Dependent Visa
On the basis of F2 visa, applicant may enter the United States with spouse or may join later. And Also According to F-2 Visa Status may travel in or out till the status of F1 Visa holder. F2 Visa holder can not work in the United States while staying there & also F-2 spouse can not engage in the full time study program of any university or college but the children of F-1 visa holder can join the school program. F-2 Visa holder’s duration of stay only depend on the status of F-1 visa holder and may not extend the stay in the USA.
F2 Visa Requirements
Before applying for the F2 visa, an applicant should check it all requirements to fulfil the all steps of visa application process and interview process. An applicant must have the proof or evidence of her Identity, Date of Birth, Relationship with the F-1 visa holder and the fulfilling the criteria of financial status.
How to apply for US F2 Visa from India
So For Applying the F2 Visa, an applicant should check out these steps which are as follows ;
(A) Get the Form I-20 A-B (For Dependent Only) ;
When the F1 Visa holder got the acceptance letter from the SEVP Institution and got the Form I-20 from the school or institution which shows the details about the Purpose of Visit to USA, Total approximate expenses and the duration of the degree or program in the US.
Along with the F1 visa holder has family and wants to bring the family with him or her, so F-1 visa holder must inform the institution or school and ask for releasing the one more Form I-20 for the dependent as well. So for the F2 visa applicant must have a Form I-20 A-B without this form it is not possible to fill the visa application process.
(B) Fill and Submit the the DS-160 Application Form
After above process, now the F-2 Visa holder must apply for the DS-160 (Nonimmigrant Visa Electronic Application Form) by filling the all necessary and relevant details about him or her. Submit the form & Print the Confirmation Page for Future use.
(C) Pay the Visa Application Fees
For paying the visa fees, first you must create a profile for the fees payment and the visa appointment process.
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F-2 Visa Applicant must pay the Following Fees;
| Fee Amount (in USD) | Fee Amount (in INR) | Visa Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| $160 | 11520.00 | F | Student (academic) |
Note : Whereas the F-1 Visa Holder Must pay the SEVIS I-901 Fees and F-2 Visa applicant no need to pay the SEVIS Fee because of this is dependent type of visa category.
SEVIS I-901 Fees (For F1 Only & F2 Exempt)
| Visa Type | Fees in US Dollar | Fees in INR |
| F1 Visa | $350 | 25,200 INR |
(D) Schedule the Appointment
Book Your Appointment First For the Visa Application Centre (VAC) for the Bio-Metrics & Photo Taken and Second For the Visa Interview at the Embassy or Consulate.
(E) Arrange the All Documents & Attend the Interview
Finally, You’ll get the mail from the USCIS, so gather all necessary & supporting documents for your visa Interview process and finally attend the interview according to your Date & Time.
F-2 Visa Processing Time
After the Interview, F-2 Visa applicant may get the response of visa approval or denial instant there or most common, applicant have to wait for 2 or 3 Weeks according to the situation and responses from their side.
Documents Requirement For F2 Visa Stamping
- Here is list of the document checklist for the dependent of student visa i.e.
- Valid & Original Passport (If you’ve old passport also)
- One Recent Color Photograph (37 x 37mm)
- Confirmation Page of Form DS-160 with CEAC Bar Code
- Visa Fees Receipt
- Original Interview Appointment Letter with Photocopy
- Original Form I-20 with Copy generated by the SEVIS
- Original Proof of SEVIS Fee Receipt I-901 of F1 Visa Holder
- A Copy of the Form I-20 of F-1 Visa Holder
- Photocopy of F-1 Visa Holder’s Visa Original marriage Certificate for the Spouse
- Wedding Album Photos
- Wedding Invitation Card
- Original Birth Certificate of Children (if you have)
- Documents related to Financial Status
F-2 Visa Holder Restrictions
There are some restrictions for the F2 visa holder i.e.
- Can not Work in the United States ;
- Can not get the Social Security Number (SSN) ;
- Can not pursue the study like degree or any program during the stay in US ;
- Can not enter the US Before the F1 visa holder ;
F2 Visa Interview Questions
Before going to interview, this is mandatory to rehearse and practice all possible F2 interview questions and answers which will give a lots of confidence to face this process. Be Confident and don’t be affected by the rejections. If you want to know more F2 Visa Interview Experience and here is the list of all possible F2 visa frequently asked questions (faq) as follows ;
- What is the Purpose of Your Visit in the United States ?
- When did your husband leave for the United States ?
- When did you guys have married ?
- How Many People Attended Your Marriage ?
- Show Your Marriage Certificate ?
- Why did not you leave with your husband, after you guys got married ? (if marriage and leave of your partner in same year)
- Why did not you join your husband at that time ?
- For How Many Days you will stay in United States ?
- Are You Planning to Work in US ?
- What are you doing in India Right Now ? (If You Have Job, Yes)
- What is Your Designation ? (If You’re doing Job)
- If You’re leaving the India to US, How will continue your job ? (If You’re doing Job)
- Show Your Form I-20 and Your Husband’s Also ?
- Have You Even Visited Outside Your Home Country ?
- What are you planning to do in the United States ?
- What is the validity of your husband’s Initial OPT ?
- Who will manage the financial conditions in the United States ?
F2 Visa Interview Questions & Answers. So If you’ve any query or question regarding to this visa category, feel free to ask in comment box. we will definitely help you.
