Dependent, I-485 pending, have EAD, am i eligible to use Unemployment benefits?

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Anonymous Dec 15, 2014 Employment 3 views 3 answers

I'm an derivative and I-485 is pending on EB, I was working using my EAD and got laid off, i applied for Unemployment Benefits and haven't submitted for any claim so far. Is it ok to go ahead and request for claim or will that impact my pending Green card I-485 application?

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C Abbott

C Abbott · Jun 15, 2026

You would need to ahve the number of quarters necessary under the law within the jurisdiction where you worked. U/C benefits is a form of insurance nd is not included in the public charge restrictions of the INA.

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Alexander Joseph SegalImmigration AttorneyNew York, NYNY licensed

Alexander Joseph SegalImmigration AttorneyNew York, NYNY licensed · Jun 15, 2026

Your quesiton has nothing to do with US immigration law. Hence, you posted it in a wrong forum.

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F Capriotti 2793192.Html · Jun 15, 2026

Unemployment benefits are part of an INSURANCE program ... if you qualify ... you can collect. But don't try to get food stamps.

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