Hello, My First-time EAD application is still in process but my H4 expires June 2025. However, I now have my spouse’s extended I-797 and also have my updated I-94 to match I-797 date. The EAD application processing will pass the June timeline. Is there a way to update current application with latest i94 and i797 approval notice of spouse or do I need to file a new EAD application? While searching, I found a link to send updates to USCIS. Can someone please confirm if this process is still valid? or if it is necessary?
It depends on how H4 and H4 EAD were filed.
If you applied H4 EAD using the previous H1B’s receipt number, then the answer would be different.
Yes, H4-EAD was filed standalone in October 2024. Spouse’s i797 extension was filled and approved 2 months ago. The EAD processing timeline has increased to 10.5 months which is beyond the expiry date of the previous i94. I recently got my i94 extended based on spouse new i797. Was looking if I can get my current application updated with the latest details so that it wont impact my application (being rejected as passed the mentioned i94 date) or do I need to file a new EAD application?
In your case, i think it would be better to apply again as the previous H1B approval is about to expire.