Overview
The M-2 Dependant Visa is for eligible family members of an M-1 vocational/technical student who want to accompany or join them in the U.S. This visa is linked to the main M-1 holder’s status and programme duration.
Who this visa is for
This category may apply if you are the M-1 student’s:
- Spouse, or
- Unmarried child under 21
What your application should show
An M-2 application typically demonstrates:
- Genuine relationship to the M-1 student
- Evidence the main M-1 status is valid (or being applied for)
- Funding evidence for dependant stay
- Plans that match the M-1 student’s programme timeline
Typical supporting documents
- Passports for dependants
- Marriage certificate / birth certificates
- Main applicant’s student documents and status evidence
- Financial evidence covering tuition and family living costs
How we support you
We help organise relationship and funding documentation and ensure dependant cases are correctly linked to the main M-1 application.