Can you bring a dependent abroad for Ph. D.?

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The discussion revolves around the challenges of pursuing a Ph.D. abroad while having a dependent, specifically a mother, who requires care. Participants explore the feasibility of obtaining scholarships that would allow for this arrangement and the implications of immigration laws on such decisions.

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  • One participant expresses concern about the difficulty of bringing a dependent while pursuing a Ph.D. abroad, seeking information on schools that offer scholarships for this situation.
  • Another participant highlights that the primary challenge may be related to immigration laws rather than academic policies, noting that in the US, parents of students on a J-1 visa are not eligible for a J-2 visa.
  • A later reply emphasizes the importance of consulting the consulate or embassy of the intended country for accurate information regarding immigration regulations, suggesting that the forum may not provide reliable answers.
  • One participant mentions they are still working on their MS degree and have time to explore Ph.D. opportunities, indicating a longer-term perspective on the issue.

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Participants generally agree that immigration issues are a significant concern in this context, but there is no consensus on specific solutions or the availability of scholarships that accommodate dependents.

Contextual Notes

The discussion does not resolve the complexities of immigration laws or the specific requirements for bringing dependents while studying abroad. Limitations include the lack of specific country references and the varying regulations that may apply.

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I'm considering of getting a Ph.D. abroad, but I have a dependent (my mother) who needs someone to look after her. Are there schools that offer Ph. D. scholarship and would allow me to bring my mom? I asked everyone around and they say it would be really difficult, if not impossible. Thank you.
 
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Your first hurdle won't be the school, but rather the government. You don't say where "abroad" is, but in the US, for example, parents of students on a J-1 visa are not eligible for a J-2 (dependent of student) visa.
 
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physicsjn said:
I'm considering of getting a Ph.D. abroad, but I have a dependent (my mother) who needs someone to look after her. Are there schools that offer Ph. D. scholarship and would allow me to bring my mom? I asked everyone around and they say it would be really difficult, if not impossible. Thank you.

To re-emphasize what Vanadium has said, this is an immigration issue, not an academic issue. You need to consult the consulate or embassy of the country you wish to go to and check the laws and regulation of that country. None of us here are qualified to answer that, and you also shouldn't base your decision on what you read on here.

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Thanks for your replies. Hm, anyway, I am still working on my MS degree, I still have 1 yr to look for Phd opportunities. :)
 

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