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<br>What is an Employment Authorization Document (Form I-766)?<br>
<br>May 9, 2021<br>
<br>An Employment Authorization Document (EAD) is a recognition card that U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issues to specific certifying foreign nationals to operate in the United States. Lots of people refer to the card as a work permit. At USCIS, the Employment Authorization Document is understood as Form I-766.<br>
<br>The EAD card contains a picture of the specific licensed to work and may consist of the individual's fingerprint. A foreign national who has an EAD generally has open-market employment permission, but there are exceptions. The card (Form I-766) is a valid I-9 document for companies.<br>
<br>EAD Validity Period<br>
<br>Generally, an Employment Authorization Card is only legitimate until it's expiration date. Depending upon the individual's immigration status, USCIS usually issues cards for a two-year duration or less. However, certain EADs held by individuals with Temporary Protected Status (TPS) and other designated classifications might be immediately extended beyond the validity date on the card.<br>
<br>Eligibility for an Employment Authorization Document<br>
<br>There are basically two various types of nonimmigrants who might be qualified to request an EAD. Certain foreign nationals are authorized to operate in the United States based upon their migration status. Although they are already authorized to work, they might require evidence of that advantage. Examples consist of asylees and refugees. Other foreign nationals are inside the U.S. however need to ask for special consent to accept work. Examples include adjustment of status candidates, DACA, asylum candidates, and specific students.<br>
<br>RECOMMENDED: List of Eligibility Categories for EAD<br>
<br>Permanent citizens (permit holders) do not need an Employment Authorization Document. The permit is proof of the cardholder's status and work permission. Likewise, nonimmigrants authorized to be employed with a specific employer do not need an EAD. Examples of nonimmigrants with this status include H-1B and TN visa.<br>
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<br>How to Request an EAD<br>
<br>Foreign nationals who are eligible for an Employment Authorization Document may ask for one with Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization. In many cases, the initial ask for work permission need to be submitted with the application for the underlying status.<br>
<br>Typically, a candidate should consist of the following items for an initial request:<br>
<br>- Form I-765
<br>USCIS charges
<br>- Copy of Form I-94 Arrival/Departure Record
<br>- Two passport-style photos
<br>- Proof of eligibility
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The list above is a generalization. In other words, applicants need to submit other specific supporting documents depending upon the qualifying basis of eligibility. Additionally, specific preliminary I-765 demands get submitted with the primary application.<br>
<br>Mistakes on your Form I-765 can trigger costly hold-ups or a rejection.<br>
<br>Applicants that prepare Form I-765 through CitizenPath's service likewise receive tailored filing guidelines. The filing directions will be based upon your specific situation and will explain exactly what files to send out with Form I-765.<br>
<br>RECOMMENDED: How to Obtain a U.S. Work Permit<br>
<br>Renewal<br>
<br>You may restore your [Employment](https://flexwork.cafe24.com) Authorization Document if you are still eligible for work permission. File a new Form I-765 and pick the "renewal" alternative. Generally, you ought to not apply for a renewal EAD more than 180 days before your newest EAD expires.<br>
<br>Replacement<br>
<br>You may replace your Employment Authorization Document if your most current EAD is lost, taken or ruined. File a new Form I-765 and select the "replacement" option. If you did not get an EAD that USCIS mailed, you can send a questions on non-delivery of a card.<br>
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