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Visas may be issued to the spouse, unmarried minor children, and sometimes the parents (if dependents) of a person with a corresponding visa type. For example, the J-2 Visa is a nonimmigrant visa issued by a consular official at a U.S. embassy or consulate for spouses and dependents of J-1 exchange visitors who accompany or later join the J-1 Visa holder in the United States.

Many classes of visas have their own dependent visa, but others do not.

In the state of Delaware, as in all U.S. states, the issuance of visas is governed by federal law, not state statutes. The U.S. Department of State is responsible for visa policies and procedures. For individuals holding a J-1 Visa, which is designated for exchange visitors participating in programs that promote cultural exchange, their spouses, unmarried minor children, and in some cases dependent parents can apply for a J-2 Visa. This allows them to accompany or join the J-1 Visa holder in the United States. The eligibility for a dependent visa varies by the type of primary visa held. While many nonimmigrant visa categories offer corresponding dependent visas, some do not. It is important to consult with an attorney or review the specific visa category requirements to understand the options for dependents.

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