Bringing Dependents With You
Those in F or J visa status who wish to bring dependents to the U.S., must contact Molly Heidemann in the Office of International Education. You must bring to Molly evidence that you have at least $4000 for the spouse and $1500 for each child. Visa documents for dependents will not be issued until she has evidence of financial support. Proof of marriage must also be provided if you need a visa document for your spouse.
If you have been admitted to Miami University and your application for admission already have your dependent information, you should not have to do anything. The Office of International Education will do the appropriate visa document for your dependents.
If you are a current international student and wish to apply for a visa document for your dependent (spouse or child(ren), fill out the appropriate form below:
The dependent must have the following for their visa interview:
- visa document for the dependent(s)
- copy of the visa document of the principal F-1 or J-1 holder
- proof of finances that is listed on the visa document
- letter from F-1 or J-1 adviser or supervisor, verifying assistantship or employment
- proof of marriage, if for a spouse and birth certificates for the child(ren)
- any ties to the home country (proof of property ownership, strong ties to family, proof of an authorized leave of absence from work, etc.)
Those in F-2 status can not work or go to school. Those in J-2 status can go to school, but must apply for work authorization with the Citizenship and Immigration Service in order to be employed. Those in E-2, L-2, H-4, and TD status can go to school but can not work under any circumstances.
For information about visa documents for dependents, contact Molly Heidemann.
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