My spouse is in H-4 status and was offered a job. Can s/he begin working?
Top MurthyDotCom No. H-4 is a non-working status. In order to be legally authorized to work in the U.S., one who is in H-4 status must have an employer file an H1B petition or petition for another working status (other working category). The petition must request a change of status specifically. Of course, one’s spouse must meet all of the H1B requirements. Once the petition is approved, with the change of status, the spouses work authorization begins on the date on the approved petition. MurthyDotCom Please note, under AC21, there may be circumstances in which a person in H-4 status, who was previously on H1B, may be allowed to work upon filing the H1B petition. Question 13.
MurthyDotCom No. H4 is a non-working status. In order to be legally authorized to work in the U.S., one who is in H4 status must have an employer file an H1B petition or petition for another working status (other working category). The petition must request a change of status specifically. Of course, one’s spouse must meet all of the H1B requirements. Once the petition is approved, with the change of status, the spouse’s work authorization begins on the date on the approved petition. MurthyDotCom Please note, under AC21, there may be circumstances in which a person in H-4 status, who was previously on H1B, may be allowed to work upon filing the H1B petition.
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