Question about applying for work authorization for an H-1B holder’s H-4 spouse
I’m the spouse of a work-visa holder. I’ve been told that, unlike other visa categories, I can’t work because I have no work authorization.
I’ve heard I can file for one separately — how do I do that?
If the principal H-1B applicant is already in the green card process, the H-4 spouse can obtain work authorization; otherwise, there’s no option besides switching to a different visa category that allows you to work where you’d like.