Can I Bring My Family With Me On An H1-B Visa?

Yes

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You can bring your spouse and unmarried children under the age of 21 with you to the United States on an H1B visa.

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Your spouse and children can apply for H4 dependent visas,

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which will allow them to live in the US with you during your employment period.

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Your spouse and children on H4 visas will not be able to work in the US,

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but they may be eligible to attend school or college while in the US.

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Additionally, if your spouse is eligible, they may apply for an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) to work in the US.

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H4 visa holders may also be able to apply for a change of status to another nonimmigrant visa category if they are eligible.

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It's important to note that you must demonstrate that you can financially support your family while they are in the US on H4 visas.

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You will need to provide evidence of your financial resources and ability to support your family's living expenses in the US.

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Thanks for Reading

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