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USCIS Form I-765
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USCIS Form I-765 Application for Employment Authorization
What Is USCIS Form I-765?
This is a legal form that was released by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security - Citizenship and Immigration Services on December 26, 2019 and used country-wide. Check the official instructions before completing and submitting the form.
FAQ
Q: What is Form I-765?
A: Form I-765 is the application for employment authorization.
Q: Who can file Form I-765?
A: Certain non-U.S. citizens who are eligible to work in the United States can file Form I-765.
Q: What is the purpose of Form I-765?
A: The purpose of Form I-765 is to request employment authorization.
Q: When should I file Form I-765?
A: You should file Form I-765 if you are eligible to work in the United States and want to request employment authorization.
Q: What supporting documents are required to be filed with Form I-765?
A: The required supporting documents depend on your eligibility category. The instructions on Form I-765 will guide you on what documents to include.
Q: What happens if my Form I-765 is approved?
A: If your Form I-765 is approved, you will receive an employment authorization document (EAD) which allows you to legally work in the United States.
Form Details:
- Released on December 26, 2019;
- The latest available edition released by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security - Citizenship and Immigration Services;
- Easy to use and ready to print;
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