When at the earliest can one start Working after applying for I-765/I-130?

[elsa]

How soon after one applies for I-765 alongwith I-130 can one start working legally prior to obtaining the approval for the I-765?

[elsa]

How soon after one applies for I-765 alongwith I-130 can one start working legally prior to obtaining the approval for the I-765?

[sphyrapicus3]

It depends.

Are you on any sort of visa right now?

Did you marry a USC?

[elsa]

yes, I did marry a USC

[elsa]

I was on a M-1 visa which has expired.

[sphyrapicus3]

To legally work you need to wait until you have the EAD approval.

[elsa]

thanks!