If I change from H1B to H-4 and then obtain an EAD under the new rule, will my time working on the H-4 EAD count against my 6 years of H1B time?

Answer

No, time spent in H-4 status, even with an EAD, is not counted against the H1B 6-year time limit. (16.Mar.2015)

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