L2 EAD card says "NOT VALID FOR REENTRY TO U.S."

USA EAD
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Hi Anil,

Thank you for all the prompt support so far.

Today I received my L2 EAD card & I have the following queries:

At the bottom of my EAD card, it states “NOT VALID FOR REENTRY TO U.S.”

  1. Does this mean that I cant travel outside the U.S. ?
  2. If No, then can I travel alone, without the L1 visa holder ? What are the supporting documents that I will need to carry?
  3. If Yes, then what is the procedure to be able to travel outside the U.S. and return legally on the same L2 EAD status?

Thanks in advance

regards,

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NOT VALID FOR REENTRY TO U.S. is a generic message printed on all EAD cards that are not issued with i485 filing.
When you apply for i485 pending EAD card + AP (Advance parole), you can use that EAD+ AP card to re-enter US.

In your case, you have L2 EAD which cannot be used to enter US. Instead, you need to use your L2 visa stamp.
Don’t worry, it really does not mean anything for you as you will use your visa stamp for entry.

You can travel with anyone you like. There are no restrictions.