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You can.
You will have to find an employer just like your spouse did for their H1B.
And then, you will have to climb mountains to convince them to apply for your conversion from H4-H1B
Realistically speaking though, it is very difficult if you are in non-IT related field.
Reasons being:
1) Many employers don't know about this bizarre H4 Visa!
2) H4's don't get SSN - given current economic situation, a lot of employers ask for your SSN while filling in online applications
3) Quota Problem! H1b filing starts in April and even if you find an employer willing to do this conversion for you - you will not be able to start work until October. Ask yourself, would you offer someone a job and them wait 7 months for them to come on board? Unless, the person you are hiring has super unique skills and has come from another world!
PS - not discouraging you..just giving you the "real" picture so you can plan ahead.
Cheers,
Just Another H4 Visa Holder
Apparently I hold an MBA, B.Tech - previous work exp with Microsoft and IBM in HR and speak fluent English!
Welcome to US!
What else can I help you with?
How can you get work on an H4 visa?
H4 visa holders are not allowed to legally work. H4 is a derivative of an H1 visa. H4 visa holders are allowed entry to US because they are dependents of H1 visa holder. H4 visa holders are not eligible for Social Security Number. H4 visa holder may apply EAD only if filed concurrently with the principal's (H1 Visa holder) I-140 petition OR if principal's I-140 petition is pending or approved. H4 visa holders are not allowed to work legally. H4 is a derivative of an H1 visa. H4 visa holders are allowed entry to US because they are dependents of H1 visa holder. H4 visa holders are not eligible for Social Security Number. H4 visa holder may apply EAD only if filed concurrently with the principal's (H1 Visa holder) I-140 petition OR if principal's I-140 petition is pending or approved.
What is r h4 visa type?
It is a Regular H4 Visa.. no need to worry
What jobs are available for H4 dependents?
Unfortunately, H4 visa holders are not allowed to work here in the United States. It is the regulation when you applied for this type of visa. If you are already on H4, you can join to our group at facebook "H4 WORLD - ONLINE COMMUNITY", and share your thoughts. Thanks.
Does my work permit expire when my J1 visa expires?
No, your work permit does not expire when your J1 visa expires. Your work permit is typically valid for the duration specified on the document, regardless of your visa status.
If we get the uk work visa then the work permit is also given to us or we need work permit aswell?
If you get the UK work visa then the work permit is not given to US so you need a work permit for US.
What does h4 stand for?
H4 typically refers to a specific type of visa in the United States, which is issued to the dependents (spouses and children) of H-1B visa holders. It allows them to live in the U.S. while the primary H-1B visa holder works. Additionally, H4 visa holders may be eligible for work authorization under certain conditions.
H4 visa to H1 visa?
Difficult - the H4 holder would have to be needed and benefit the US economy in his/her own right.
Do you need a working permit to work if your still on a holiday visa?
A holiday visa to most countries does NOT permit the visitor to work in the country they are visiting.
Can you move from Turkish to Germany with your visa?
It depends what kind of VISA you have. You cannot move from Turkey to Germany on a Tourist VISA, but you can with a residency permit or work permit.
How can you get Italy work visa work permit?
You have to be at least 18.
Can a H4 visa holder get a H1B sponsorship from a school as a teacher having previous experience in India?
Yes, an H4 visa holder can get an H1B through teaching job. The H4 visa holder simply needs to get a job with a school that is willing to file the sponsorship.
How many years is a Canada work visa good for?
A Canadian work permit or Visa varies in duration depending on the nature of your job within Canada as well as the work permit category that you applied under. It is possible to extend your work permit.
