The H4 visa allows spouses and children of H1B visa holders to accompany them to the United States. Understanding H4 processing times helps you plan your family relocation effectively.
To qualify for an H4 visa, you must be a spouse or dependent child of an approved H1B visa holder. Your H1B sponsor must include dependents on the original H1B petition (Form I-129).
H4 dependent spouses can apply for work authorization (H4 EAD) while the principal H1B holder is awaiting green card approval. Processing time for H4 EAD is typically 2-3 months.