I applied for an H-4 extension and an H-4 EAD at the same time. My extension was approved, but my EAD is still pending. Is it okay if I travel outside the U.S., or should I stay here until the EAD is approved?

21 Jun 2023

Posted at 17:25h in FAQs, For Families, Nonimmigrant Family, Travel by Shay Taylor

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Ordinarily, leaving the U.S. would not impact a pending H-4 EAD application. (21.Jun.2023)

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I applied for an H-4 extension and an H-4 EAD at the same time. My extension was approved, but my EAD is still pending. Is it okay if I travel outside the U.S., or should I stay here until the EAD is approved?

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