Can E-1 or E-2 dependents work in the United States?
Dependent spouses may apply for employment authorization, so long as both they and the E-1/E-2 principal are present in the U.S. in lawful E visa status. Subject to issue of an employment authorization card, the dependant spouse may work in the United States. Dependant children however, cannot apply for employment authorization and as such cannot work in the United States.
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