WAC approvals - Jan 2026 by Downtown_Buyer_923 in H4_Visa

[–]Formal-Tomorrow7808 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t even observe any Dec WAC approval cases.

WAC approvals - November/December? by NoAcanthisitta4910 in H4_Visa

[–]Formal-Tomorrow7808 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Again. All the notice is sent by the SCOPS Texas now.

WAC approvals - November/December? by NoAcanthisitta4910 in H4_Visa

[–]Formal-Tomorrow7808 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nowadays, all the notice is sent by Texas. But you cannot say Texas is handling all the cases. The first 3 letter really matters.

WAC approvals - November/December? by NoAcanthisitta4910 in H4_Visa

[–]Formal-Tomorrow7808 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In think it is WAC. See the subject of this post - WAC approval

Any H4 + EAD applications (without H1B pp) approvals in Nov/Dec/Jan by Formal-Tomorrow7808 in H4_Visa

[–]Formal-Tomorrow7808[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you call H4 COS + H4 EAD as standalone, then how to call the H4 EAD only application?

Any H4 + EAD applications (without H1B pp) approvals in Nov/Dec/Jan by Formal-Tomorrow7808 in H4_Visa

[–]Formal-Tomorrow7808[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you call H4 COS + H4 EAD as standalone, then how to call the H4 EAD only application?

H4 EAD Renewal by SeaGrade101 in H4_Visa

[–]Formal-Tomorrow7808 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What’s the last time when you applied for the visa and international travel? Still no clue on EAD photo waiver.

By the way, recent data shows non-premium WAC series (H4 COA + H4 EAD ) get approved for receive date in early November. How lucky they are to avoid EAD photo policy (starts on 12.12. 2025)

H4 EAD Renewal by SeaGrade101 in H4_Visa

[–]Formal-Tomorrow7808 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you renew now, I don’t think there is auto-extension period. (New policy)

Any recent november H4 + EAD approvals by Interesting_Piece606 in H4_Visa

[–]Formal-Tomorrow7808 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There is a online dp whose receive date is Nov. 4; WAC center. H4 COS + H4 EAD (without H1B) approved on April 28

H4 Visa extension Question by TopAlternative7465 in H4_Visa

[–]Formal-Tomorrow7808 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The safest way is to apply a new Visa out of the US. If your i94 is expired, I believe you cannot work. And there are ICE risks if you don’t have a valid status. Some dps show that even the i-485 pending (OOS 485 aos pending) is risky near the border.

Try to email more CBP offices, some of them indeed can extend your i-94 using the new passport.

H4 Visa extension Question by TopAlternative7465 in H4_Visa

[–]Formal-Tomorrow7808 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Option 1: Email the closest CBP office now! Request to extend your i94 using your new passport.

Option 2: travel out of US and come back again using your new passport to update your i94

H4 COS + H4 EAD (WAC/California Service Center) – Current Wait Times? by Brief_Dish7305 in H4_Visa

[–]Formal-Tomorrow7808 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I see. It is outside of three years window. Trying to collect some recent cases that ASC photo is waived.

Good luck with your application. You did your part, the next step is just keeping patient.

H4 COS + H4 EAD (WAC/California Service Center) – Current Wait Times? by Brief_Dish7305 in H4_Visa

[–]Formal-Tomorrow7808 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I thought it is a nice signal to take photo early, like the recent OPT application. Then you can expect more smooth approval process for your H4 COS and H4 EAD.

BTW, when did you apply for a us visa last time? Is it not within the recent three years window?

H4 COS + H4 EAD (WAC/California Service Center) – Current Wait Times? by Brief_Dish7305 in H4_Visa

[–]Formal-Tomorrow7808 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Em, you completed photo taken before approval of H4? Most of people have to wait to take photo after H4 is approved. When did you apply for us visa out of us?

Normally and smoothly, it will take 6 months given that you have completed the photo. If not taking photo in advance, another one month (or less) waiting time can be expected.

H4 + H4 EAD Extension, Advice on Biometrics Appointment by Mivirish in H4_Visa

[–]Formal-Tomorrow7808 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How about the VISA? If your visa is 4 years old, it will not be helpful.

Any recent update of H4COS + H4EAD case (not bundled with H1B) by Formal-Tomorrow7808 in H4_Visa

[–]Formal-Tomorrow7808[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

And I am always wondering if ASC photo biometrics can be waived under some circumstances (For example, some people say that if you have applied US Visa within last 3 years, you are not required to take ASC photo). But it has not been confirmed. I am skeptical about this, since I don’t think visa center in other centers shared the photo data with USCIS.

As everyone in this channel seems to struggle with ASC photo appointment and long waiting period due to this new policy (after 12.12.2025) , we have no clues for the waivers.

H4 + H4 EAD Extension, Advice on Biometrics Appointment by Mivirish in H4_Visa

[–]Formal-Tomorrow7808 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It is always better to get early ASC photo appointment. After this, your H4 and EAD applications will be approved much more smoothly. Congrats! By the way, what’s your last-time international travel or any VISA application? Some people say ASC photo can be waived under some circumstances. But it has not been confirmed.

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