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Spouses and/or children of C-1/D visa holders do not receive a related visa (unlike those of H- or L-Visa-Holders). Family members who wish to accompany a crew member, have to apply for a B-2 Tourist Visa.
IMPORTANT: A B-2 tourist visa is not a permission to work or attend school or university!