What happens if H4 extension is denied?

If your application for an H4 visa is rejected, you can reapply to try again. As long as your sponsor still has their visa and you haven’t broken any immigration law or other laws in the U.S., you can submit another application.

Is there any chance for H4 visa to get rejected?

The visa sponsor (or principal applicant) must be able to take care of their H4 dependents. The application for the H4 visa will, therefore, be rejected by a 212(A)(4) refusal if the financial means of the principal applicant does not meet or exceed the state poverty line.

Can H4 dependent Go for stamping without H1 stamping?

Yes. You can apply for H4 visa without H1 stamping based on approved I-797.

Can I apply for H4 visa after F1 rejection?

Ideally you should not face any difficulties applying for H4. But assume if I were to be immigration officer to interview you, I would have thought of your desperation. Thrice you got rejected for F1 and you are changing visa category.

How long does it take for H4 to get approved?

H4 EAD processing time varies from 4-8 months in Vermont, Texas, Nebraska, and California service centers. i485 EAD processing time is 2 to 6 months at the National benefits center.

Does H4 need stamping?

You can apply for H4 visa without H1 stamping based on approved I-797. Good luck. You may be able to apply so long as you bring evidence of your husband’s H-1B and your marriage such as marriage certificate, approved I-797, and signed employment verification letter/support letter from your husband’s employer.

Can H1 and H4 go together for stamping?

A H4 visa is issued to dependent family members (spouse and children) of H1 visa holders who would like to accompany the H1B visa holder to the U.S. during their stay. If you are applying for your visa along with your spouse, who is applying for H1 simultaneously, then you can submit both applications together.

How long does H-4 approval take?

H4 change of status is taking 2 to 12 months. California Service Center is processing H4 and L2 Change of status faster than Vermont. Vermont has slowest processing time of 8 months. USCIS Nebraska Center is approving at same speed as California.

Why H-4 visa gets rejected?

There is a possibility of the H4 visa getting rejected. Some common reasons are: Refusal under 212(a)(4): The refusal under this section means that the visa officer is not convinced about the sponsor’s financial condition. The sponsor may not be in a position to support the dependents.

How long does it take to get H4 approved after Biometrics 2021?

15 days
The general processing time is 15-30 days after taking your fingerprints. H4 EAD may be approved in 15 days after biometric. H4 extension is also processed at the same time as H4 EAD.