EAD question

[nidhi1642]

I have a question about the EAD-compelling circumstances(category-8CFR part 274a. 12.(c)(35) ).

I have valid H1B(stamped till 2021) and an approved EAD(under this category) but i don't want to be losing the H1 status.

Question: Do i lose the non-immigrant status upon the EAD approval (or) do i lose the non-immigrant status upon using this EAD(filling i9 or other purposes)??

 

[newacct]

Upon using the EAD to work outside of your H1b.

[nidhi1642]

Thank you @newacct 

If i use this EAD(if a need arise),is there a way to regain non-immigrant status?Can i simply obtain another H1B(get visa stamped) and re-enter on the new H1B?

[care_candidate]

H1b to EAD is irreversible step. EAD can't be considered as immigrant status rather it is transition when you are on your path to Green Card.