K1 visa able to work?

[Razbre]

Ok...am confused as have read conflicting (at least in my mind) if K1 can legally work or not after their arrival.

Yunling currently holds a social security card in her maiden name, stamped on it is 'not able to work without DHS approval'.

Now...my understanding is she can work 'legally' until her K1 expires. Is this true even with the ss card stating she is not able without approval? or does she need an EAD?

[Shanghai Meetup]

You require proof of employment eligibility. Without an EAD or a Stamp in your passport authorising work (which is near impossible to get and even only seldom issued at one Port of Entry) then you will haev to wait for an EAD which you can apply for with your Adjustment of Status paperwork.

 

Here is a complete guide on how to become work authorised covering all your options:

 

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.php?pg=k1k3ead