If i stay in USA on an H4 visa, can i work and get a driving license?
Answer:
I'm not sure about the driving license.....but sure you cannot work on H4 visa
who needs a visa to work and live in the USA?
1. What is H-4 dependent visa?
The H-4 dependent visa is a nonimmigrant visa which allows the dependent spouse and children of principal H visa holders to enter into the U.S.
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2. What privileges do I enjoy on H4 visa?
On H-4 visa, you may:
• Enter into the U.S. along with your spouse or join him/her later
• Not have to maintain a foreign residence
• Travel in and out of the U.S. or remain in the U.S. continuously as long as you are in the status
• Study in any U.S. university
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3. How long can I stay in the U.S. on H4 visa?
Your H-4 status depends on the status of the principal H visa status. You lose your status once the H loses status.
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4. Can I work on H-4 visa?
No, you may not work on H-4 visa in the U.S. The principal H visa holder has to support you.
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5. Can I study on H-4 visa?
Yes, you may study on H-4 visa. You need not apply for F-1 student visa.
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6. Can I extend my stay on H-4 visa?
Yes, you may apply for extension of stay on H-4 visa. H4 extension may be granted as long as the principal H visa holder maintains status.
Note: Your status depends on the status of principal H visa status. You lose your H-4 status once the principal H visa holder loses status.
7. Can I change status while on H-4 visa?
Yes, you may apply for change of status to other nonimmigrant visa while on H-4 visa. Please check Work Visas, Study Visas for further details.
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8. Are there any travel restrictions on H-4 visa?
No, there are no travel restrictions on H-4 visa. You may travel as many times as possible while you are on H-4 status.
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9. How do I apply for H-4 visa?
The petitioner should mention the names of the dependents along with the principal visa application to the USCIS. Once the principal H applicant receives the Form I-797, Notice of Approval from the USCIS, you apply for H-4 visa by submitting:
• A filled-in Form DS-156, Nonimmigrant Visa Application
• One recent photograph two inches square (50mm x 50mm) of each applicant, with the entire face visible. The picture should be taken before a light background and without head covering
• A passport, valid for travel to the U.S. for at least six months longer than your intended visit
• A copy of the marriage certificate in case you are a dependent spouse
• Birth certificate in case you are a dependent child below 21 years of age
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10. Where should I submit my H4 visa application?
If you are:
• In a lawful status in the U.S., submit the H4 visa application to a USCIS field office in the U.S.
• Outside the U.S., submit the visa application to the American Consulate where you reside
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11. What is the processing time for H-4 visa?
The processing time for H-4 visa is the same as the principal H visa applicant.
You are not able to work with a H-4 Visa, becuase you can not get a SSN on a H-4 Visa, so, since you need a SSN to get a drivers license, you wont be able to get one of those either.
You are not allowed to legally work in the U.S with an H4 visa. In orde to be able to legally work you need to change your status. There are a number of ways to change your status. Once you change your status, lets say for example to that of a permanent resident you will be allowed to legally work as well as be able to obtain a driver's license.
No, you cannot work.
Yes, you could get a driver's license. However, the rules change from state to state, so you'll need to go to your state's DPS website and see what they require. You must be over 18 to have a driver's license if you're not a US citizen.
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