Moving to H4 after I-140

[seige]

I am on H1-B visa. My I-140 was approved with my previous employer so my current employer was able to file for a new H1-B with 3 year limit again for me.

Currently, my new employer is in the process of filing for my PERM again.

I am interested in taking a break from full-time employment. My wife is also on H1-B visa but her PERM has not been filed yet.

Here are my questions

- I know I can transition to H4 but can I get an EAD on it so that I can continue to work in US, given my situation?
- Is there a way for me to do freelancing/contracting now that I have my I-140? Does having I-140 have no advantage other than getting in the queue for green-card. I am Indian so green card wait is too long for me and I am not interested in waiting for that long.

I would love to hear any thoughts on this issue, especially if someone else has been in a similar situation. Thanks in advance for your comments.

[nsdkjf]

I am in the exact same situation and have the same questions. Can you please share what you learned? Thank you!

[nsdkjf]

I am in the exact same situation and have the same quesitons. What did you find out? Thanks!

[scientist2016]

Yes you can move to H4 and get an EAD.
I140 does not confer any immigration benefits. It merely allows you to be able to apply for AOS/Green card. However, once you have your H4 EAD you can do freelancing/business, or anything you want. The EAD enables you to work, does not matter what it is.