Student Visa

[mrs.jayb 0]

Hi!!!

My fiance (from the Ivory Coast) is applying to graduate schools in California, (where I am from) and I have a question about financial dependency. What are the typical rules of thumb on financial dependency. Does the person, or institution, have to be American and can the financial resources be divided between two parties.

Thanks!

[canadian_wife 1,823]

I'm not sure I understand your questions. Typically for a student visa, the beneficiary must show they are financially independent - meaning they can support themselves plus pay the tuition without relying on government assistance or bank loans. When I went as a student I had to show I had $20,000 in the bank for acceptance.

If that doesn't answer your question, perhaps I am just confused and need clarification on what you are asking.

Good luck.

[mrs.jayb 0]

Basically, does my fiance have to show that he has 20,000 in the bank or can I or his parents show that he has 20,000 in the bank. And if it's possible for one of us to have half of it and someone else have the other half.

thanks!

[canadian_wife 1,823]

HE has to show it. Unless you contact the school and work something out with them, that is generally the requirement

Good luck.

[clueless_in_usa 8]

Basically, does my fiance have to show that he has 20,000 in the bank or can I or his parents show that he has 20,000 in the bank. And if it's possible for one of us to have half of it and someone else have the other half.

thanks!

He, the sponsor, or the sum thereof must show that he (them) have enough liquid money to cover the minimum stated required on form I-20 for the chosen course of study. The college or University should help on specifying the nature of the funds on the I-20 form.