If you recently had your SEVIS record transferred to Temple University, you must also complete the Immigration Reporting Form before applying for a social security number or driver's license. ISSS must update SEVIS before you apply and we can only do so after receiving the Immigration Reporting Form.
Adding a dependent
A dependent is defined as a spouse or child. A separate I-20 will be created for each dependent. There is no SEVIS fee for dependent I-20s.
Dependents’ Support Requirements: In addition to the expenses listed on the I-20, you must provide additional financial documentation if you plan to bring your spouse and/or child(ren).
You must have an additional $4,000 for your spouse and $2,500 for each child, as well as health insurance coverage for them.
Please review the F‐1 and J‐1 Comparison as it also compares the status for dependents