Dependents
Dependent Form I-20
If your immediate family (spouse and minor unmarried children under 21) did not accompany you to the U.S. but will be entering the U.S. at a later date, they will need to obtain a dependent I-20 to use to apply for an F-2 visa. Please note that married children and children 21 years of age or older are not eligible for F-2 visas.
F-2 Employment
U.S. Immigration regulations does not permit F-2 visa holders to request permission to work in the U.S. Therefore, they are not eligible for social security numbers. The F-2 may not accept employment as this is a violation of the F-2 status and immediate grounds for termination.
F-2 Enrollment in School
The F-2 spouse and children (under age 21) may study part-time at the postsecondary education level at an SEVP certified school. In order to study full-time, the F-2 must acquire F-1 status.
Attending public K-12 school by the F-2 minor is permissible.