J2 EAD 最关键的就是说明J2工作不是为了养活J1,是为了自己的娱乐和发展. 而且申请
的时候, J1和J2都要在美国,就是从中国来到美国之后才能申请.
第一步, 写一封cover letter, 模板如下:
J-2 Name (as listed on DS-2019)
J-2 Residential Address
United States Citizenship & Immigration Services
(USCIS Address)
(Date)
J-2 EMPLOYMENT AUTHORIZATION APPLICATION
Dear Sir/Madam:
I would like to apply for J-2 dependent work authorization, as allowed by
the federal regulations. My J-1 spouse, (list J-1 Name), receives a monthly
salary in the amount of ($ amount) from (specify source). Our monthly
expenses are:
ITEM COST
Rent and Utilities ($ amount)
Food ($ amount)
Health Insurance ($ amount)
Miscellaneous
(clothing, transportation, recreation, and other items that apply)
($ amount)
Total Expenses: ($ Expenses Per Month)
I believe that the difference between our income and expenses is sufficient
to provide for living expenses:
ITEM AMOUNT
Monthly Income ($ amount)
Monthly Expenses ($ amount)
Excess Amount Per Month ($ Excess Amount per Month)
I wish to be employed to provide for some of my additional expenses, such as
travel, and to pursue my interests in (specify the topic). Income earned
from employment opportunities will be used exclusively for my interests.
I understand that my earnings cannot be used for the support of my J-1
spouse.
Enclosed are all required documents for my application
(list documents included here).
Thank you for your consideration of this request.
Sincerely,
(J-2 Signature)
(J-2 Name, as listed on DS-2019)
第二步, 准备寄给USCIS的材料:
1. cover letter to USCIS
2. Print, review, and complete form I-765, Application AND Instructions for
Employment Authorization
a. In part 16, list code (C)(5) for J-2 Spouse or minor child of an exchange
visitor
b. Sign the I-765 in black ink. Make sure your signature fits within the
signature box, or it will be rejected by the USCIS. The USCIS will scan this
signature and add it to your EAD card
3. Write check payable to U.S Department of Homeland Security for
appropriate amount ($380)
4. Review I-765 instructions for photo specifications
a. Obtain two identical color photographs taken within 30 days of the filing
date
b. Using a pencil, lightly write your name and I-94 number on the back of
the photo
5. Make copies of the following legal documents for BOTH the J-1 and J-2
exchange visitors:
a. I-94 card (front and back)
b. DS-2019 form
c. Valid passport identification page, including passport expiration page
d. Visa
e. J-1 original proof of financial certification (ie. appointment letter
stating salary)
6. Write your name at the top of each legal document in case the pages get separated from the application
7. Neatly arrange the document copies
8. Make a copy of your entire application packet for your personal records
9. Mail the aforementioned documents to the appropriate address listed
within the I-765 instructions. Be sure to mail the documents using a method
that will allow you to track that USCIS has received your application (ie.
FedEx, UPS, G-1145 E-Notification of Application/Petition Acceptance).
我用Fedex 2-Day 寄的, 20多块.
如果是在美国转得J1,就在cover letter 里面简短说明, 再附上copy of F1/F2 visa 和 转身份的I797 approval notice 的copy. F1/F2 的I20我没寄,应该不重要.
然后就是等,我的一个月批得. J2 EAD 延期要趁早,提前3个月吧,因为要等延期批了才
能继续工作.
