Employment Authorization Attorneys in New Orleans
What is an Employment Authorization Document?
Form I-765 , also known as the Employment Authorization Document (EAD) or work permit, allows you to prove that you are authorized to work legally in the United States . With an EAD, you can work in the country even if your visa does not directly permit it.
The EAD is designed for certain non-immigrant visitors who need to work in the United States, such as students, refugees, or asylum seekers.
Who is eligible to receive an Employment Authorization Document?
The following people can obtain an EAD card :
Non-immigrants A-3.
B-1 visa holders who are personal or domestic employees of a nonimmigrant employer , U.S. citizen, or employee of a foreign airline.
Dependents of certain foreign government officials: G-1, G-3 or G-4 non-immigrants, or NATO-1 to NATO-6 non-immigrants.
Foreign students with F, J or M visas.
Non-G-5 immigrants.
K-1 fiancés of a U.S. citizen or K-2 dependents, or K-3 nonimmigrant spouses or K-4 dependents.
Refugees or asylum seekers in the United States.
Spouses of E visa holders.
Spouses of non-immigrant H-1Bs.
Spouses of an employee transferred within the same company with an L-1 visa.
Non-immigrants T-1 to T-6.
Holders of U-1 to U-5 visas.
Non-immigrants V-1 to V-3.
Applicants under the VAWA (Violence Against Women Act).
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How do I apply for an Employment Authorization Document?
To apply for a work permit, you must complete Form I-765 on the USCIS website . You must follow the instructions for filing the form at the service center that will handle your application.
Form I-765 may be filed concurrently with other applications, such as your green card or adjustment of status. In this case, you may need to file Form I-765 at the address specified by the other document.
How long does it take to get an Employment Authorization Card?
As it is a complicated process, the processing time is long. Your application could take up to 12 months in some cases. At the end of the period, you will receive a decision letter.
What happens if my application is rejected?
If your EAD application is denied , you will receive a letter listing the reasons. While aliens cannot appeal the decision, it is possible to file a motion to reopen the case and present new evidence. You should accompany the motion with any affidavits or documentary evidence that may help you show that the decision was incorrect.
I want to apply for an Employment Authorization Document, do I need a lawyer?
Gathering the necessary documents for your specific immigration category and keeping up with the different stages of the application can be difficult without the help of a knowledgeable and experienced team of professionals. If your application is rejected, things could get even worse.
