F1 OPT to H4 EAD

[Unregistered]

Hello,

I am currently on F1 OPT which expires in September 2015. My current employer is not applying for the H1B and I will need to change my status to H4 after September.

My husband has completed 6 years and received his 3 year extension and has I-140 approved.

If I file for H4 and EAD concurrently and get the H4 approval first, can I then leave the country? Will the EAD take another 3 months after H4 approval? Can I travel out of the country during that time and work in India for those 3 months?

Thank you

[shahpeerally]

At this point it is not recommended to leave when the ead is being processed. Let us know if you need help. Call 510 7982742

[dodo]

Hi,

You guys are doing a great job..! Keep it up..!

1) I am on F1 visa. Currently looking for a job on CPT.
2) My husband I140 has been approved.
3) Should I go for H4 EAD or continue with F1 CPT and OPT thereafter. If I opt for H4 EAD, how long is the processing time?
4) Also, Can I work or look for jobs after I have applied for change of status from F1 to H4 EAD.
5) Asking this question in lieu of current change in US govt as I have heard that EAD wont be granted to H4 folks any longer.

Thanks in advance..!