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• Visa for partner From: Yevgen  Apr 24, 2010 Posts 1

  Hi everybody,   I'm an international applicant. If I'm admitted to the Wharton MBA program, I plan to move to US with my girl-friend. So far, we're not married while my girl-friend has 5 years visa B1/B2. If I'm admitted, I'm to receive student visa, but what about my partner: - could my girl-friend move to US and live for 1 year with B1/B2 visa? - if we aren't married, could she apply for other type of visa with help? If yes, what kind?   Thanks everybody for advices in advance! Evgenij Reply

• Re: Visa for partner From: victormlee  Apr 24, 2010 Posts 2,528

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  Evgenij, You may want to consult with your local US embassy or consulate for the official answer to this question. From my layperson's understanding, a B1/B2 is usually tied to some form of business relationship. How likely she would be able to move to the US for 1 yr+ depends in part on how strong her ties are to the US and to her home country, as well as the (perceived) "intent" behind the visa application. Generally, B1/B2 visas are eligible for up to six months, with an extension of six months sometimes granted. To be honest, these days it seems to be harder to get someone who is not a spouse, child, or officially recognized partner to obtain a visa under the conditions you have sketched, above. If you were to get married, you would have the option of an F-2 visa, I believe, as you would be receiving an F-1 visa. Other visas you could consider exploring (but that have varied requirements) are H1B and J-1. Both (I believe) require an element of sponsorship, though. Good luck, Victor M. Lee Class of 2011 Reply

• Re: Visa for partner From: Pedrotovar  Jul 11, 2010 Posts 1

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  HI The Visa Partner Network provides suppliers with access to Visa information and the tools to simplify the implementation of Visa programs, services and capabilities. In turn, Visa issuers and acquirers gain a network of supplier resources that can help them achieve their business objectives. This type of UK Visa service is often referred to as an Unmarried Partner visa and applies to people with settled status or Indefinite Leave to Remain in the UK, who wish to bring their partner to Britain to join them. In terms of immigration to the UK, settled status means that a permanent resident is living here lawfully with no time limit on their stay. If you are returning to the United Kingdom to settle, your partner can also apply to join you at the same time. Pedrotovar Commission Blueprint Review     Reply

• Re: Visa for partner From: victormlee  Jul 11, 2010 Posts 2,528

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  Please DISREGARD the above spam post. It has no relevance to Wharton applicants and contains faulty information. Reply