What is a spouse/dependent visa?

A spouse or dependent visa allows the husband/wife and children of a student or worker abroad to join them. Available for most countries including Canada, UK, USA, Australia.

Can my spouse work on a dependent visa?

Work rights vary: Canada SOWP (full work rights), UK dependent (full work rights), Australia (varies by visa subclass), USA H4 (limited). EEC advises on spousal work rights per country.

What documents are needed for spouse visa?

Marriage certificate, spouse's visa/permit copy, financial proof, accommodation proof, English proficiency (some countries), passport photos, and visa fee. EEC prepares the complete application package.

How long does spouse visa processing take?

Processing: Canada SOWP (4-8 weeks), UK dependent (3-8 weeks), Australia (2-6 months), USA H4/F2 (3-8 weeks). EEC helps you plan the timeline.

Can EEC help with spouse visa for Canada?

Yes! EEC handles Canada Spousal Open Work Permit (SOWP) applications. Your spouse can work full-time with any employer in Canada. high success rate with EEC.

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🇨🇦 Canada SOWP: Can you apply?

Rules changed in Jan 2024. Check your status below.

NOT ELIGIBLE

If your spouse (student) is in:

• Undergraduate College Diploma
• Certificate Programs
• General Bachelors Degree

ELIGIBLE

If your spouse (student) is in:

• Master's Degree
• Doctoral Degree (PhD)
• Professional Degree (Law, Medicine, Engg)

Canada — Spouse & Family

SOWP and Visitor Visa Rules (Updated January 2025).

Spouse Visa (SOWP)

ELIGIBLE (New Rules Jan 2025)

• Master's students (16+ months program)
• PhD/Doctoral students
• Professional degrees: Medicine, Law, Engineering, Nursing, Pharmacy

NOT ELIGIBLE

• Diploma/Certificate students
• Undergraduate students
• Master's programs less than 16 months

Parents (Visitor)

Parents can apply for a standard Visitor Visa to visit you.
Best Time: Apply around your Convocation/Graduation ceremony for higher approval chances.

Processing: 2-3 Months

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Canada Spouse Visa Success Gallery

The #1 Reason for Refusal:
"Relationship Not Genuine"

Immigration officers are trained to catch "Contract Marriages". Even real couples get rejected if proofs are weak. We build a comprehensive relationship portfolio.

Essential Proofs We Compile:

Marriage Registration Cert.
Wedding Photos (Rituals & Guests)
Post-Wedding Trip/Honeymoon
Joint Bank Accounts / Insurance
Chat Logs & Call History
Public Social Media Proof

Happy couple celebrating successful spouse visa approval with EEC guidance

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Other Countries

Specific requirements for UK and USA.

JAN 2024 UPDATE

UK Dependent

Student Visa

CLOSED for standard Master's (Taught) courses.
OPEN ONLY for Ph.D. or Research-based postgraduate students.

Work Visa

Skilled Worker Visa holders can still bring dependents (Salary threshold £29,000+ may apply).

USA (F-2)

Work Rights

For spouses of F-1 students. You may reside in USA but CANNOT WORK under any circumstances (per travel.state.gov — working = visa violation).

Study Rights

F-2 spouse may study part-time only (no full-time study). F-2 children may attend K-12 public schools full-time with no separate visa.

Process

University issues Dependent I-20 → Fill DS-160 → Personal Interview at Consulate.

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Get a free assessment. Spousal visas are complex and costly. Don't risk a refusal.

Spouse Status?

Must have valid study permit (Specific courses) or Work Permit in the foreign country.

Marriage Age?

Ideally, the marriage should be at least 6 months old with cohabitation proof.

Funds Available?

Can you show approx ₹5-10 Lakhs liquid funds to support yourself initially?

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Your Complete Visa Roadmap

Every step from application to arrival — handled by experts. Choose your visa type, then select your destination below.

Application Phase

Eligibility Check

Complete checking of eligibility for spouse visa according to the rules.

Document Guidance & Verification

Guiding for the documents and verification of all required paperwork.

SOP & Supporting Letters

Our SOP team will write Relationship SOP, Letter of Explanation, Financial Summary, Invitation Letter, and Declaration.

Affidavit Samples

Samples will be provided for affidavit and other supporting documents.

Application Submission

We will submit the application on your behalf.

Eligibility Check

Complete checking of eligibility for spouse visa according to the rules.

Document Guidance & Verification

Guiding for the documents and verification of all required paperwork.

SOP & Supporting Letters

Our SOP team will write Relationship SOP, Letter of Explanation, Financial Summary, Invitation Letter, and Declaration.

Affidavit Samples

Samples will be provided for affidavit and other supporting documents.

Application Submission

We will submit the application on your behalf.

Visa Phase

Biometric Appointment Booking

We help to book Biometric dates after submission.

Visa Approved!

Congratulations — your spouse visa has been approved!

Biometric Appointment Booking

We help to book Biometric dates after submission.

Step 07

Visa Approved!

Congratulations — your spouse visa has been approved!

Post-Visa Phase

Passport Submission to VFS

After visa is received, we help with passport submission to VFS.

Post-Visa Form Assistance

All assistance for filling forms post visa.

Passport Submission to VFS

After visa is received, we help with passport submission to VFS.

Post-Visa Form Assistance

All assistance for filling forms post visa.

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The #1 Reason for Refusal:
"Relationship Not Genuine"

Immigration officers are trained to catch "Contract Marriages". Even real couples get rejected if proofs are weak. We build a comprehensive relationship portfolio.

Essential Proofs We Compile:

Marriage Registration Cert.
Wedding Photos (Rituals & Guests)
Post-Wedding Trip/Honeymoon
Joint Bank Accounts / Insurance
Chat Logs & Call History
Public Social Media Proof

Spouse & Dependent Visa

🇨🇦 Canada SOWP: Can you apply?

NOT ELIGIBLE

ELIGIBLE

Canada — Spouse & Family

Spouse Visa (SOWP)

Parents (Visitor)

Canada Spouse Visa Success Gallery

The #1 Reason for Refusal: "Relationship Not Genuine"

Essential Proofs We Compile:

Other Countries

UK Dependent

USA (F-2)

Before you pay fees...

Your Complete Visa Roadmap

Eligibility Check

Document Guidance & Verification

SOP & Supporting Letters

Affidavit Samples

Application Submission

Eligibility Check

Document Guidance & Verification

SOP & Supporting Letters

Affidavit Samples

Application Submission

Biometric Appointment Booking

Visa Approved!

Biometric Appointment Booking

Visa Approved!

Passport Submission to VFS

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Canada Spouse Visa Success Gallery

The #1 Reason for Refusal: "Relationship Not Genuine"

Essential Proofs We Compile:

Other Countries

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Your Complete Visa Roadmap

Eligibility Check

Document Guidance & Verification

SOP & Supporting Letters

Affidavit Samples

Application Submission

Eligibility Check

Document Guidance & Verification

SOP & Supporting Letters

Affidavit Samples

Application Submission

Biometric Appointment Booking

Visa Approved!

Biometric Appointment Booking

Visa Approved!

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The #1 Reason for Refusal:
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