What Is an H-4 EAD, and Who Can Apply?
If you’re in the U.S. on an H-4 visa (typically as a spouse or a kid of an H-1B visa holder), you may be eligible to apply for an EAD—short for Employment Authorization Document. This is your legal ticket to work in the U.S., start a business, or freelance.
But here’s the catch: Not everyone on an H-4 can get one. You’re only eligible if your H-1B spouse has either an approved I-140 (green card petition) or has extended their H-1B status beyond six years under AC21. Sound confusing? Yeah, we thought so too. That’s why we’ve made the whole thing easier with Immiva.
If you’re not sure what an H-4 visa is or if it applies to you, check out our H-4 Visa Guide for H-1B Spouses and Dependents for a full breakdown.
Before this update, we’ve been helping hundreds of students and J-2 visa holders apply for work permits with confidence. Our platform already supports OPT (Optional Practical Training) for F-1 students and J-2 EADs for spouses of J-1 exchange visitors. If you’ve used Immiva for one of those, you’ll feel right at home applying for your H-4 EAD. Same simple, step-by-step experience—now for even more visa categories.
Get Your H-4 EAD Application Right with Immiva!
H-4 visa holder? Immiva makes your H-4 EAD application simple and error-free. Our step-by-step platform helps you complete and submit your forms with ease. Avoid delays and apply with confidence. Start now at Immiva.com – Simplifying immigration, empowering your future.
Why H-4 EAD Applications Are So Stressful
Let’s be honest—the paperwork is a nightmare. The I-765 form (what you fill out for the EAD) has pages of questions, USCIS instructions that read like legal textbooks, and a laundry list of documents to attach. Miss one detail, and your application might get delayed or rejected. And don’t get us started on trying to find a lawyer who doesn’t charge you an arm and a leg for it.
How Immiva Makes H-4 EAD Applications Simple
That’s where we come in. We built Immiva to make immigration paperwork less painful. We guide you step-by-step through your H-4 EAD application. No legalese, no stress. Just plain-English help so you can fill out the I-765 form correctly, attach what you need, and send it off with confidence.
What You Get with Immiva
- A guided application experience that speaks human, not robot.
- Built-in checks to make sure you don’t miss anything important.
- Help whenever you need it, even if it’s just asking “What the heck is a receipt number?”
We’re not trying to replace immigration lawyers when you really need one. But if your case is straightforward, Immiva can save you a lot of time, money, and frustration.
Ready to Apply for Your H-4 EAD?
If you’re eligible and ready to work in the U.S., we’re here to help make it happen. No more second-guessing every form. Head to immiva.com, choose the H-4 EAD option, and we’ll walk you through the rest.
Conclusion
Getting an H-4 EAD shouldn’t feel like climbing a mountain. At Immiva, we’ve made it simpler, clearer, and more affordable. If you’re ready to take that step toward working legally in the U.S., we’ve got your back. You focus on your goals—we’ll handle the paperwork.
