This visa category is for a spouse and children of an alien classified F-1. The spouse and unmarried children under age 21 must receive from the school separate forms I-20. When the principal alien is issued an F-1 visa, qualifying dependents usually receive the F-2 status. The spouse and children must show that sufficient funds are available to cover expenses in the U.S.

1. 8 USC § 1101 (a)(15)(F)(ii). [INA § 101]