Can a H4 visa holder apply for EAD?
H4 Visa EAD Application Process. Effective May 26, 2015, the new EAD for H4 rule allows eligible H4 dependent spouses of H1B visa holders to apply for H4 visa EAD, Employment Authorization Document. An H4 EAD allows certain H4 visa holders to legally work in the United States as long as their spouse has valid H1B visa status.
How much does it cost to apply for H-4 EAD?
Aside from that, to apply for an EAD you will need to file an I-765 Application for Employment Authorization. This will incur an H-4 EAD visa fee of $410. You will also need to submit to a biometrics appointment (fingerprints), which will cost $85, bringing the total H-4 EAD cost to $495.
What happens to my H-4 EAD if my I-140 is revoked?
If you have already received your H-4 EAD and your spouse’s I-140 is revoked, then your employment authorization will remain valid until it expires. When you reach the end of your H-4 EAD validity period, you will only be able to renew it if your spouse has an approved I-140.
What happens to my H-4 EAD if my spouse changes jobs?
Fortunately, your employment authorization is not tied to any single petition, but rather the fact that an approved petition exists under your spouse’s name. Therefore, if your spouse changes jobs and has a new I-140 filed under his or her name, you can still file for an extension or renewal of your H-4 EAD.
What are the chances of H4 EAD being terminated?
If you are on your way to adjusting status – the chances are high. In my practice, the most common termination of H4 EADs occurs when my clients apply for a green card. This is done through an adjustment of status (AOS) application. Adjustments of status are pursued through form I-485.
Can a minor work on H-4 EAD?
A: No. H-4 EAD rule is only for spouse. Minor children on H-4 visa cannot work even if they are old enough to work. Q: I received an extension of status on H4 visa.
What are the conditions for H4 EAD litigation?
These conditions should be met to file the H4 EAD litigation: Your H4 or L2 application (form i539) should have been pending for at least 30 calendar days after the USCIS receipt date. Primary H1B should have been approved. This can happen only if you filed H1B in premium.