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Your Immigration Questions Answered by VisaPro.
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| 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. |
| 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.
However, you cannot take up the new activity/endeavor until the change of status is granted. |
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How do I apply for H-4 visa? | | | | | |
The petitioner should list 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: | | | |
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A filled-in Form DS-160, Nonimmigrant Visa Application |
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One recent color 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: | | | |
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In lawful status in the U.S., submit the H-4 change of status application to a USCIS Service Center 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? | | |
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If applying at a U.S. consulate the processing time for H-4 visa is the same as the principal H visa applicant. If the Visa application is approved your passport will be returned by courier. If applying for a change of status at a USCIS Service Center the processing time will vary according to the Service Center work load to check the current processing time. |
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| Applying for the H-4 Visa | | | Duration of Stay |
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