| Frequently Asked Questions |
Your Immigration Questions Answered by VisaPro.
Here, you will find detailed answers to many of most common immigration questions. |  |
| 16. | Can I bring my dependents on F-1 visa? | | | |
| | Yes, you may bring your spouse or unmarried children under the age 21 on F-2 dependent visa. |
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Can my dependents work on F-2 visa? | | | | | | No, your dependents may not work on F-2 status. They
have to apply for the appropriate work visa. |
| 18. | Can my dependents study on F-2 visa? | | | |
| | Yes, your dependents may study on F-2 visa. They do not have to apply for separate study visa. |
| 19. | Under what circumstances could I 'fall out of status'? | | | |
| | The F-1 visa regulations require you to 'maintain status.' You may fall out of status if you: | | | |
| | | • | Fail to maintain full-time enrollment (with a few approved exceptions) |
 | | • | Work illegally, either off-campus without authorization or on-campus more than 20 hours
per week during school or more than 40 hours per week when school is not in session | | | • |
Fail to request a program extension and continue to study past the degree completion date listed in your Form I-20A-B | | | • |
Transfer schools without following the appropriate procedure (getting a new Form I-20A-B and having it processed by an International Student Adviser at the new school) | |
| • | Do not attend the school that the USCIS authorized you to attend |
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