My daughter will come as a dependent on the EB-1. Can she work?

One of the advantages of the EB-1 is that, once approved, the principal applicant and eligible dependents obtain lawful permanent resident status (the green card). A daughter who immigrates in that capacity becomes a lawful permanent resident and can therefore work legally in the United States without needing a separate work visa.

As a lawful permanent resident, she can seek employment in virtually any field under the same conditions as any other green card holder. The right to work comes from the residency status itself, not from a job-specific authorization tied to a particular position.

One important consideration: entering as a dependent requires that she meet the conditions established for that category, such as the family relationship, marital status, and the age range set for dependents. These points are evaluated during the process, so confirm her eligibility before counting on this benefit.

• Once the case is approved, the eligible dependent receives the green card along with the principal applicant.
• As a lawful permanent resident, she has the right to work without a separate work visa.
• Eligibility as a dependent follows the conditions of the category and is assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Because every family situation has its own specifics, it is worth checking the updated requirements with USCIS and, if needed, reviewing the eligibility with a specialist.

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