H-4 Visa

H-4 Visa

An H-4 Visa is a dependent visa issued to the immediate family members (spouse and unmarried children under 21 years of age) of H-1B visa holders. It allows family members to accompany or join the primary H-1B visa holder in the United States. The H-4 visa helps families stay together while one member works in a specialized occupation under the H-1B visa program. In some cases, H-4 visa holders may also be eligible to study, apply for a driverโ€™s license, or even obtain employment authorization under specific conditions.

The eligibility criteria for an H-4 visa include being an immediate family member of a valid H-1B visa holder and providing proper documentation of relationship, such as a marriage or birth certificate. Applicants must also demonstrate a valid passport, visa application form, and proof of the H-1B visa holderโ€™s status in the U.S.

H-4 Visa Details

Dependents of H-1B visa holders
Allows family members to live in the U.S.
Eligibility for study or part-time education
Option to apply for work authorization (EAD) in certain cases
Access to healthcare and other public services

FAQs

What is an H-4 Visa?
An H-4 Visa is a dependent visa that allows the spouse and unmarried children of H-1B visa holders to live in the United States.
Who is eligible for an H-4 Visa?
Spouses and unmarried children (under 21 years old) of individuals holding a valid H-1B visa are eligible to apply for an H-4 Visa.
What documents are required to apply for an H-4 Visa?
Applicants must provide a valid passport, marriage or birth certificate, H-1B visa holderโ€™s approval notice, employment verification, and visa application form.
What activities can I do on an H-4 Visa?
H-4 visa holders can live in the U.S., study, and, in certain cases, apply for employment authorization (EAD) while their spouse works under the H-1B visa.

Document Required

1
Valid passport of the applicant
4
H-1B approval notice (Form I-797)
2
Copy of the H-1B visa holderโ€™s passport and visa
5
Visa application form and applicable fees
3
Marriage or birth certificate to prove relationship

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