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i just got an email from uscis telling that my case is still pending.I was trying to apply for a job and they are asking for my social security number. my SSN is still under my single name because i applied for it prior to our marriage. I explaned to them that im not yet legally allowed to work and i think its fine with them as long i would be able to show my SSN and some uscis papers to prove that i am processing my greencard.In case they hire me will the uscis will find out that i am working already? if yes how can they trace it up? I guess my work wont be off the books since its an agency and they are really requiring for SSN.
Having SSN by it self is not work authorization, you need either the Green-Card or EAD card to work. The name on the SSN card can be changed a few weeks after getting the EAD card or Green-card.
Did you apply for EAD (File I-765) when applying for AOS (I-485)?
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Did you apply for EAD (File I-765) when applying for AOS (I-485)?
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yeah i understand that having a SSN doesnt indicate that i am eligible to work..my question is, will the uscis be able to trace if im working eligally by means of my SSN(still on my single name). cos the agency i am applying is asking for my SSN and some papers to prove that my greencaed is on process. Im just worried that my application will be jeopardize if im going to accept this work.
QUOTE(dvony @ Dec 11 2007, 05:38 PM) 
yeah i understand that having a SSN doesnt indicate that i am eligible to work..my question is, will the uscis be able to trace if im working eligally by means of my SSN(still on my single name). cos the agency i am applying is asking for my SSN and some papers to prove that my greencaed is on process. Im just worried that my application will be jeopardize if im going to accept this work.
The employer is running the risk, if DHS audits them for properly filed I-9 forms.QUOTE(dvony @ Dec 11 2007, 04:38 PM)
yeah i understand that having a SSN doesnt indicate that i am eligible to work..my question is, will the uscis be able to trace if im working eligally by means of my SSN(still on my single name). cos the agency i am applying is asking for my SSN and some papers to prove that my greencaed is on process. Im just worried that my application will be jeopardize if im going to accept this work.
Don't risk getting in trouble my friend. Tell your employer the god's honest truth - if they are really interested in your work (which I am sure they are), they might hold on for a while until the EAD clears.
Good luck, L.
Yeah...you know my friend..me too im into that situation that i am trying to find a job..but for god's sake i am not going to risk my application just to have money..Working Legally is better than they may revoke or deny your application due to the issue of applying for a jobe while you do not have working permit yet..me before i was so worried and i wanna work but i keep on waiting until now..so just be patience..
Patience is Virtue..
Patience is Virtue..
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