If i stay in USA on an H4 visa, can i work and get a driving license?

Answer 1

I'm not sure about the driving license.....but sure you cannot work on H4 visa

Answer 2

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.

Answer 3

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.

Answer 4

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.

Answer 5

who needs a visa to work and live in the USA?