Japa: Six countries that allow international students bring dependents

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It is always an awesome experience to study abroad, but it becomes challenging when it involves leaving your family and loved ones. Many have to decide between studying abroad and leaving their relatives behind. However, some countries offer dependent visa options for international students to bring their spouses and family with them. This article explores the countries offering dependent visa options for international students, highlighting the duration of the permit and required documents, eligibility criteria and visa fees.

Canada

In Canada, the government permits eligible international students with an S-1 visa and above the age of 18 to sponsor dependents to live with them while studying. Canada is a popular destination because, aside from great cities, prestigious universities and scenic spots like the majestic Niagara Falls, it is one of the countries that issue dependent visas to international students with spouses and families.

The family class sponsorship visa allows spouses, common-law or conjugal partners, parents and children to join their loved ones in Canada.

The acceptable set of dependents for a Canadian visa includes a spouse, common-law partner or conjugal partner, under-21 dependent children, dependent parents or grandparents, an adopted child from outside Canada and siblings or other close relatives.

If you want to apply for a Canada Dependent Visa, you are required to get the following documents:

Passport and travel history

Background information

Marriage certificate (for spouse)

A completed application and visa fee.

Germany

Germany allows international students to bring dependents and the German Government offers scholarships (DAAD) that provide stipends for candidates with dependents. The country boasts an excellent education system, many work opportunities, a growing economy and a higher median salary than most European countries.