H4 EAD - Upgrade H1B after Biometrics to Premium for Faster EAD processing?

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Hi I wanted to get an idea regarding the filing of H-1b, H-4 and H-4ead together. I am in the process of finding new employment and My wife’s H-4 EAD is set to expire on 31st July.

I wanted to know if it is wise to file H-1b, H-4 and H-4 ead in premium processing. From what I understood the “biometric” appointment is when the H-4 application detaches from the H-1b application.

My questions are as follows:

  1. Can I file H-1b, H-4 and H-4 ead in normal processing and wait till fingerprinting is done and then upgrade the application to premium processing attaching the biometric receipt ?
  2. How long does it take to get the biometric appointment after you file the H-1b transfer, H-4 and H-4 had application ?
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  1. Yes, you can do that. But, I am not sure, if you can attach the biometric receipt…Check with attorney.
  2. It usually takes about 2 to three weeks.

There is no consistent data telling that doing this process will get H4 and EAD processed faster…You can give it a try…do update here as well for community benefit.