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 Oklahoma, as in all states of the United 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. Dependent visas, such as the J-2 visa, are available for the spouses, unmarried minor children, and sometimes dependent parents of individuals holding a corresponding nonimmigrant visa, like the J-1 visa for exchange visitors. These dependent visas allow family members to accompany or join the primary visa holder in the U.S. While many nonimmigrant visa categories offer corresponding dependent visas, there are some that do not. The eligibility for a dependent visa, the application process, and the rights and restrictions for dependents vary depending on the primary visa category. It is important for individuals seeking dependent visas to consult with an attorney or check the latest information from the U.S. Department of State to understand the specific requirements and procedures for their situation.