Posted on June 01 2024
The US H-1B visa holders can bring their spouse and children (who are below the age of 21 and are not married) as dependents through the H-4 visa. The spouse of an H-1B visa holder can work in the USA by applying for the Employment Authorization Document (EAD). However, the dependents of the H-1B visa holders who are eligible for permanent residency are can apply for a work permit.
The validity of the work permit depends upon the validity of the H-4 visa. If the visa holders get an extension on their visa, the validity of the work permit is also extended. The H-4 visa holders can work in the field of their choice and can also choose to work either for a full-time or a part-time job role.
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The dependents of the H-1B visa can reside with the visa holder in the USA by applying for H-4 visa.
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The spouse of the H-1B visa holder can legally work in the country through the following process:
H-4 visa holders need to complete the Application for Employment Authorization Form, also known as Form I-765, through the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
The applicants must provide personal and basic information, such as name and residency address, along with the status of their H-4 visa.
The applicant must gather and provide all the necessary documents, such as a marriage certificate, the status of the Green Card (Form I-140), and a birth certificate.
The applicant needs to pay the required processing fee.
The applicants must submit their application for the USCIS via post or they can submit an online application.
After the application is submitted, it is sent to the concerned authorities for approval. The application processing time can take up to a few months.
Once the application is processed and approved, the applicant will receive their card. This card acts as a permit that allows H-4 Visa holders to legally work in the USA.
Processing Time:
The processing time for the EAD application is about 4.5 months to 6.5 months.
Processing Fee:
The processing cost for the EAD application is USD 410.
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