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I-765 Employment Authorization

Everything about obtaining an EAD – Employment Authorization Document

  1. When Should You Renew Your Work Permit?This guide applies to work permit renewals in category (c)(8) for asylum applicants. Right now, there is almost no perfect time…
  2. I-765 - Work Permit (EAD)Form I-765 is an application you file with USCIS to request permission to work in the United States (Employment Authorization…
  3. Category (c)(8) - Asylum ApplicantsFiling fees: Initial filing - $560. Renewal - $745* online / $795 by mail. Validity period: 18 months. Processing time: 1-3…
  4. Employment Authorization under category (c)(11) (Parole)Fees: Initial filing - $1030 online / $1080 by mail Renewal - $750 online / $800 by mail. The fee consists of two parts: USCIS…
  5. How to find out how many days have passedThe “clock” (EAD Clock or Asylum Clock) is a tracking tool used by USCIS and the Immigration Court to count the number of days…
  6. How to file Form I-765 online1. To file online, you must create a USCIS online account at https://my.uscis.gov/. Each family member must have a separate…
  7. What to do if your I-765 is taking a long time (c)(8) Initial1. Check the average processing time for your category here: https://egov.uscis.gov/processing-times/. 2. If you filed under…
  8. Automatic EAD Extension - DISCONTINUEDUPDATE: As of October 30, 2025, the practice of automatic employment authorization extension is no longer in effect. Automatic…
  9. When should I file for an EAD renewal? (c)(8)First, it is important to clarify that a renewal means your current EAD card is expiring and you are applying for a new card…

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