J2 自身并没有工作许可,也就是说单有J2 Visa 不能在美国做任何工作,否则一律视为非法工作。但是J2签证允许“EAD工作申请” :
Dependents of J-1 visa holders on J-2 visa can apply for work permit (Employment Authorization Document or EAD) if they would like to work in the U.S. J-2 visa.
具体规定请登录:http://j1visa.state.gov/basics/j2-visa/