Can my husband work with just the SS# without EAD?

[Jolex 0]

We are in the process of applying for the EAD but can he work with his SS#? Or would this be considered illegal?

[reeses16 8]

No, he cannot work legally without his EAD (or green card).

If he gets his SS# first, it will have a stamp on it that says he is not authorized to work without permission from DHS (i.e. work permit or green card),

[N M 96]

We are in the process of applying for the EAD but can he work with his SS#? Or would this be considered illegal?

What does his SS card say (just below the number)? I'm guessing - "not valid for work without DHS approval". If it does, then that's your answer.

If he does work and is found out, he'll face deportation. Seriously. It's really not worth the risk.

I received my EAD about 6 or 7 weeks after applying for it. Seems a pretty average wait. The down side is that many employers (especially the public sector) won't even consider a job application from someone who doesn't have an EAD yet - even if you can show you've applied. So you may have to wait until it's in his hands before you can really start the ball rolling.

Good luck - hope it arrives and he finds work soon.

[Jolex 0]

What am I going to do without my VJ family, thank you all again, I appreciate it