What is an H-4 EAD?

What is an H-4 EAD?

What is an H-4 EAD? In order for the spouse of an H-1B visa holder to legally work, he or she must obtain the H-4 Employment Authorization for Dependent Spouses visa. Otherwise, he or she will only be able to reside within the U.S. with their employed H-1B holding spouse.

How do I apply for H4 EAD for my spouse?

H-4 spouses may apply through Form I-765 Application for Employment Authorization, commonly referred to as H4 EAD. What is an H-4 EAD? In order for the spouse of an H-1B visa holder to legally work, he or she must obtain the H-4 Employment Authorization for Dependent Spouses visa.

Can a H4 visa EAD be used as an entry document?

A. No. An H4 visa EAD is not an entry document. A valid passport and H4 nonimmigrant visa (unless you are visa exempt) or other travel document must be used to return to the US. In addition to these H4 visa EAD frequently asked questions, you can learn more about EAD for H4 Visa Holders by checking out the active forum: EAD for H4 Visa.

How long does it take to get an H-4 EAD response?

In general, when you file for an H-4 EAD, you can expect to wait for around 3 months or 90 days before you get any kind of response. Unfortunately, the H-4 EAD process does not have the option of paying for premium processing, so all applications take similar times to be processed.

How do I terminate my H4 EAD status?

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. When filing your AOS application, you are likely in valid nonimmigrant status.

How to file H4 EAD myself without an attorney?

File H4 EAD yourself with I-765 form, document checklist. Fees $410. Renew 180 days before expiry. H1B primary I797 receipt required. Processing time 2-7 month. How to file H4 EAD myself without an attorney? Send it to USCIS. You are done. H4 EAD allows H4 visa holders to work legally in the US without any employer or location restrictions.