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What is an Employment Authorization Document (Form I-766)?
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May 9, 2021
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A Work Authorization Document (EAD) is an identification card that U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issues to certain certifying foreign nationals to work in the United States. Lots of people describe the card as a work permit. At USCIS, the Employment Authorization Document is called Form I-766.
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The EAD card contains a photo of the private authorized to work and might include the individual's finger print. A foreign nationwide who has an EAD normally has open-market work permission, however there are exceptions. The card (Form I-766) is a legitimate I-9 file for employers.
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EAD Validity Period
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Generally, a Work Authorization Card is only valid till it's expiration date. Depending on the person's immigration status, USCIS generally concerns cards for a two-year period or less. However, certain EADs held by people with Temporary Protected Status (TPS) and other designated categories might be instantly extended beyond the validity date on the card.
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Eligibility for an Employment Authorization Document
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There are fundamentally two various types of nonimmigrants who may be qualified to request an EAD. Certain foreign nationals are licensed to operate in the United States based upon their migration status. Although they are currently authorized to work, they might need proof of that privilege. Examples include asylees and refugees. Other foreign nationals are inside the U.S. however need to request unique permission to accept work. Examples include adjustment of status applicants, DACA, asylum candidates, and particular trainees.
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RECOMMENDED: List of Eligibility Categories for EAD
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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 authorization. Likewise, nonimmigrants licensed to be employed with a particular company do not require an EAD. Examples of nonimmigrants with this status include H-1B and TN visa.
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How to Request an EAD
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Foreign nationals who are eligible for a Work Authorization Document might ask for one with Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization. Sometimes, the initial demand for work permission should be submitted with the application for the underlying status.
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Typically, an applicant ought to include the following items for a preliminary demand:
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- Form I-765 +
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- Copy of Form I-94 Arrival/Departure Record +
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+The list above is a generalization. Simply put, candidates should submit other particular supporting files depending upon the qualifying basis of eligibility. Additionally, particular preliminary I-765 requests get submitted with the primary application.
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Mistakes on your Form I-765 can cause pricey delays or a rejection.
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Applicants that prepare Form I-765 through CitizenPath's service likewise get tailored filing guidelines. The filing guidelines will be based on your particular scenario and will explain precisely what documents to send out with Form I-765.
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Renewal
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You might restore your Employment Authorization Document if you are still qualified for work permission. File a brand-new Form I-765 and select the "renewal" option. Generally, you should not apply for a renewal EAD more than 180 days before your newest EAD expires.
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Replacement
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You may change your Employment Authorization Document if your most current EAD is lost, taken or destroyed. File a brand-new Form I-765 and pick the "replacement" choice. If you did not get an EAD that USCIS mailed, you can submit a questions on non-delivery of a card.
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