Dependent Visa
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A dependent visa is a kind of visa. It allows the dependents of primary applicants to accompany them.
With a dependent visa, the dependents can:
- Stay with the primary applicant/family.
- Travel and explore
- Study in an educational institution (in some cases)
- Work (in some cases)
The different types of dependent visas are:
- Temporary visa
- Permanent visa
Note: With a temporary visa, partners or spouses can work in a limited capacity (provided it is valid). But, if you apply for a permanent visa, you can become a permanent resident.
Eligibility Requirements for Dependent Visa
The eligibility criteria for the Dependent Student Visa of Australia are –
- The dependent must be a spouse, partner, or dependent child.
- In the case of a dependent spouse, you must be married.
- In the case of a civil partner, you must live with your partner for a minimum of 12 months.
- In the case of dependent children, the child must be yours or your partner’s.
- The child must be below the age of 18
- The child must not be married or engaged.
- The child must be in the educational field.
Eligibility requirements for applying for an F-2 visa
- You must be a dependent child of the F-1 visa applicant.
- The dependent child must be below 21 years.
- The dependent child must have an unmarried status.
- You must be the spouse of the F-1 visa applicant.
The basic eligibility requirements for Canadian dependent visa
- If you are a common-law partner, then –
- You must display proof that you and the sponsor have a civil partnership.
- You and the sponsor must live in the same place.
- If you are a spouse, then –
- You must show your marriage certificate as legal proof.
- If you are dependent children, then –
- You must be below 22 years of age.
- You must be a student
- You must need financial support
Who can apply for a Dependent Visa?
- Spouses
- Partners
- Children (unmarried and below the age of 18)
- Students who have relatives
Who can be sponsored through a dependent visa?
- Parents
- Grandparents
- Spouse or partners
- Relatives
- Children below the age of 18
- Students
What are the rights granted under the Dependent Student Visa in Australia?
The rights granted under the Dependent Student Visa in Australia are:
- The dependent can pursue an education in Australia
- But the educational course must be for less than or three months.
- If the student is studying a bachelor's degree, then the dependent partner can work a maximum of 40 hours per 2 weeks.
- If the student is studying at a post-graduate level (master’s degree), then the dependent partner can work without any limitations.
What are the documents needed for a Dependent Visa?
The documents needed for obtaining the dependent visa are:
- Valid passport
- Marriage certificate
OR
- Any other document to establish the partnership
- Birth certificate of dependent children
- Proof of fund of the sponsor (via bank statements)
- Medical test results
- Proof of employment of the sponsor
- Other documents equivalent to the Certificate of Eligibility
FAQs
What are the basic requirements of a sponsor?
The basic requirements of a sponsor are –
- You must be able to support the dependent(s) financially
- You must have a permanent residence status
OR
- You must possess a valid work permit.
Is IELTS required for a dependent visa?
No, IELTS is not required for a dependent visa. But some countries may ask for language proficiency results
Can you work with a dependent visa?
No, you cannot work with a dependent visa. But, with some dependent visas like the J2 dependent visa, you can work in the United States of America.
How to apply for a Dependent Visa?
You can apply for a dependent visa by following the steps given below.
Step 1: Gather the documents needed.
Step 2: up the application form.
Step 3: Pay the required visa fees.
Step 4: Visit the nearest embassy or consulate.
Step 5: The consulate will verify the documents.
Step 6: After verification, they will come to a decision.
Step 7: If you fulfill all the requirements, you will get a dependent visa.