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What is an Employment Authorization Document (Form I-766)?
May 9, 2021
A Work Authorization Document (EAD) is a recognition card that U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) problems to particular qualifying foreign nationals to operate in the United States. Many individuals refer to the card as a work authorization. At USCIS, the Employment Authorization Document is known as Form I-766.
The EAD card includes a photo of the individual licensed to work and may consist of the person's finger print. A foreign nationwide who has an EAD typically has open-market work authorization, however there are exceptions. The card (Form I-766) is a valid I-9 file for employers.
EAD Validity Period
Generally, a Work Authorization Card is just legitimate until it's expiration date. Depending upon the individual's immigration status, USCIS typically issues cards for a two-year period or less. However, specific EADs held by individuals with Temporary Protected Status (TPS) and other designated categories might be automatically extended beyond the validity date on the card.
Eligibility for an Employment Authorization Document
There are fundamentally 2 different kinds of nonimmigrants who might be qualified to ask for an EAD. Certain foreign nationals are licensed to work in the United States based on their immigration status. Although they are currently licensed to work, they might require evidence of that benefit. Examples include asylees and refugees. Other foreign nationals are inside the U.S. but require to request special consent to accept work. Examples consist of adjustment of status applicants, DACA, asylum seekers, and particular trainees.
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Permanent residents (green card holders) do not need an Employment Authorization Document. The green card is proof of the cardholder's status and work permission. Likewise, nonimmigrants authorized to be utilized with a specific company do not need an EAD. Examples of nonimmigrants with this status consist of H-1B and TN visa.
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How to Request an EAD
Foreign nationals who are eligible for an Employment Authorization Document might request one with Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization. In some cases, the initial ask for work permission need to be sent with the application for the underlying status.
Typically, a candidate should include the following products for an initial request:
- Form I-765
USCIS fees
- Copy of Form I-94 Arrival/Departure Record
- Two passport-style images
- Proof of eligibility
The list above is a generalization. To put it simply, candidates must send other specific supporting documents depending upon the qualifying basis of eligibility. Additionally, particular initial I-765 requests get submitted with the main application.
Mistakes on your Form I-765 can trigger expensive hold-ups or a denial.
Applicants that prepare Form I-765 through CitizenPath's service likewise get tailored filing guidelines. The filing instructions will be based upon your specific situation and will explain precisely what files to send with Form I-765.
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Renewal
You might renew your Employment Authorization Document if you are still qualified for work authorization. File a new Form I-765 and select the "renewal" choice. Generally, you should not declare a renewal EAD more than 180 days before your latest EAD expires.
Replacement
You may replace your Employment Authorization Document if your most current EAD is lost, taken or damaged. File a brand-new Form I-765 and choose the "replacement" choice. If you did not get an EAD that USCIS mailed, you can send a query on non-delivery of a card.
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