Special Announcement

  • HOLIDAY CLOSING: WBFN will be closed on Monday, October 13, 2025, in observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day.

  • Please register with WBFN by Clicking Here to become a new member, update current membership or create your website account. To access restricted content you must be a registered WBFN member with an active website account

    Due to the logistics of the Annual Meetings, the Family Network will be working remotely the week of October 14-17, 2025. Our physical office will be closed, but you can reach us any time by phone: +1 202 473 8751 or email: Famillynetwork@worldbank.org

Work Authorization for Spouses/Partners with G-4 Visas

 
 
Work Authorization for Spouses/Partners with G-4 Visas

The process of applying for work authorization can take a long time. For many WBG spouses this can mean a great deal of frustration in their search for and chances of landing a job that meets their qualifications. We will clarify where the difficulties lie and what to expect.
 

For more information regarding Request or Renew Employment Authorization Card please view updated information from the WBG- HR Operations: https://www.worldbank.org/en/about/unit/human-resources/request-or-renew-employment-authorization-card

Upcoming Seminar:

Date: Wednesday, October 1, 2025

Time: 1pm - 2pm 

Virtual Session: by Webex- Connection link provided to registered participants*

Our Speakers: Sridevi Tella, Robert Marson, and Hema Raghunathan, WBG HR representatives

Registration: has closed, please contact the WBFN for details


You must be registered in order to receive the webex link. The link will be e-mailed to all registered participants the day before each session.

If you are new to webex, click here for a how to guide to use webex.


People who register are expected to attend the sessions. If you can no longer attend, please notify WBGFN at familynetwork@worldbank.org 


IMPORTANT NOTICE: Effective February 7, 2025, the Department of State’s Office of Foreign Missions (OFM) will only accept Employment Authorization Documents (EAD) applications from foreign missions electronically via the Department’s eGov system. Paper submissions will no longer be accepted as of Friday, February 7, 2025. You are no longer required to bring hard copies of your documents to HR Operations