Form I-765

Application for Employment Authorization

Filed to request an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) for work permission in the U.S.

Filing Fee

$410 (may be waived if filed with I-485)

Processing Time

3 to 6 months

Who Files

Certain visa holders, adjustment of status applicants, asylees, and others eligible for work authorization.

What is Form I-765?

Form I-765 is used to request an Employment Authorization Document (EAD), which provides temporary work authorization in the United States. It is commonly filed by adjustment of status applicants, asylum applicants, and certain visa holders' dependents.

Key Points

EAD allows the holder to work for any employer in the U.S.

Often filed concurrently with I-485 (no additional fee)

Must be renewed before expiration to maintain work authorization

Processing times vary significantly by category

Moving to New York?

This page is general information. Reinvent NY does not provide immigration or legal services and does not prepare or file visa applications; for your own case, consult a licensed immigration attorney. Once you are coming, we help with apartments, offices and setting up your business in New York.

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