The University of Toledo

J-2 Employment Authorization

J-2 Employment Authorization:

• Dependents of J-1 Exchange Visitors in J-2 status are eligible to apply to the USCIS for employment authorization. J-2 dependents are not permitted to work or to receive a U.S. Social Security Number until they have received an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) card from USCIS. Average processing time is 3 months.
   
• J-2 dependents with employment authorization may work until the date on the EAD card or until the J-2 exchange visitor completes his/her program, whichever is earlier. J-2 depedents may apply to renew work authorization, as long as the J-1 exchange visitor remains in status.
  
  
  • J-2 Employment Authorization Checklist