[1] In 2002, the law was changed and the spouse of a person with L-1A or L-1B status were allowed to request authorization to work in the United States.
In November 2021, the law was further amended to allow qualified spouses to be automatically given an EAD by way of the L-2S designation when successfully applying for L-2 status.
This often leads to difficulties for applicants, because it means leaving their adopted home in the United States for as long as it takes the embassy to issue their new visa.
The applicant may: The allowable duration of stay is as long as the primary L-1 visa holder maintains valid status, or up to a maximum of seven years, whichever is shorter.
The following must be submitted: The law states that the USCIS shall issue Employment Authorization documents within 90 days.
Form I-485 Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status must be filed with the USCIS.