Best Visa Option for My Spouse to Join Me in the U.S.?

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Looking for advice! My spouse is currently outside the U.S., and I want them to join me as soon as possible. I’m on an F-1 visa (OPT), and I’m considering three options:

:one: Apply for an F-1 visa directly
:two: Apply for an F-2 spouse visa
:three: Enter on a B1/B2 visa and change status in the U.S.

Which option would be the best? Has anyone been in a similar situation and can share their experience? Would really appreciate any insights!

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If your biggest priority is seeing your spouse quickly, why not do F2? A dependent visa seems the most straightforward…

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I’d also go with F2, and if they see any opportunity, then still have time to change to F1. F1 visa is hard to get nowadays.