work permit after k-1

[beabea 1]

Hey guys

I already got my K1 approved and am traveling to the US after Christmas. I have a question though, referring to the work permit. I had the idea, reading forums and stuff, that even if you had a social security card, you would have to wait for your work permit to arrive (from your adjust of status) to be able to work. Last week, my fiance talked to a friend from work that said that that is not necessary. if you already have a SSC you can apply for jobs and will be hired normally. Is this accurate? I am confused.

Thanks in advance!

[Pitaya 2,577]

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[p-ana 933]

No. it's wrong. You'll need the ead and Ssn to start working

[Dutchster 1,107]

What p-ana said. You need a SSN and a work authorization to work legally.

[Lainie B 465]

The friend from work is wrong. You can apply for jobs, you just can't start work until you have the correct documentation in hand. Have a look at the I-9 form, specifically the list of acceptable documents you can provide to show your employer you are eligible to work. You will need to do this on your first day of work. When you first arrive on your K-1 and apply for a SSN without a green card, the card will have the "valid for work only with DHS authorization" wording on it. The EAD is the authorization you need. So the SS card with the "valid for work only with DHS authorization" alone does not allow you to work - you need the EAD (list A). Once you have the green card you have the choice - you can either provide the green card on its own as proof of ability to work (list A), or you can provide the SS card without the DHS wording on it (list C) PLUS a drivers license (List B).

Edited November 10, 2016 by Lainie B

[Jawaree 718]

You cannot work without a permit, that friend is wrong. Do not mess up

your case, Social Security Admin. now reports to Homeland Security

every quarter & list is cross-checked for fakes, those who number

have them shown to be working day & night (Meaning 2 ppl are using the

card) & other reasons....dont even try it... ICE may raid the business while

you are working