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Some people travel to the United States to seek better job opportunities, as they believe that in that country they can access other benefits that they cannot obtain in their place of origin. However, in order to work formally in the US, it is important to have a work permit called Employment Authorization Document (EAD).
Employers request this document from foreigners who wish to work legally in the country. Remember that working formally in the United States will provide you with great benefits such as promotion opportunities, better positions, help in obtaining residency, among others.
To learn more about this topic, Depor has prepared an article with information about the requirements to apply, steps to start the process, and whether you can work while waiting for the procedure to be completed.
How to Submit the Form?
- Read the instructions of the Form I-765 (Application for Employment Authorization)
- Complete and sign your Form I-765
- Pay the filing fees, if applicable
- Provide all the required evidence and supporting documentation.
Who Can Apply for the EAD?
- If you have immigrant status or are in specific circumstances such as being an asylee, refugee, or having a U Nonimmigrant visa, you are allowed to work in the United States. However, you must also demonstrate your work authorization.
- If you have a pending Form I-485 (Application for Permanent Residence or Adjustment of Status), if you have a pending Form I-589 (Application for Asylum and Withholding of Removal), or if you have a Nonimmigrant status that allows you to stay in the United States but does not authorize you to work without previously applying for work authorization from the USCIS (for example, if you are a student with an F-1 or M-1 visa).
How Much Should I Pay to Apply for the EAD work permit?
- Filing fee: US$410, although in certain cases it may not be necessary to pay this fee.
- Biometric services: priced at US$85.
Can I work in the USA if I don't have the EAD work permit yet?
Working without the proper work permit can have serious consequences in some cases, such as:
- Deportation.
- A ban of 3 to 10 years on reentering the United States.
- Complications in applying for a visa, changing immigration status, and other benefits.
What happens if you work without the EAD work permit?
It can have negative repercussions when seeking legal status in the country and in future immigration applications. It is also essential to keep in mind that most employers will not hire individuals without a valid EAD.
What is the EAD or work permit in the United States?
It is an official government document that authorizes work in the United States for those who are neither citizens nor legal permanent residents and wish to work in the country. It serves as evidence of work authorization and is only issued once the corresponding application has been approved.