USCIS UPDATE – USCIS Redesigns Green Card and EAD Card
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USCIS UPDATE – USCIS Redesigns Green Card and EAD Card

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On January 30, 2023, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced new designs for both green card and employment authorization documents (EAD cards) to improve security. The current card design was introduced in May 2017, and USCIS plans to issue redesigned cards every three to five years as part of its fraud prevention program. Read the details of this announcement here. 

USCIS UPDATE – Expedited EADs for Healthcare and Childcare Workers
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USCIS UPDATE – Expedited EADs for Healthcare and Childcare Workers

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On October 20, 2022, US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) provided updated guidance on expedited work authorization (EAD) procedures for qualifying healthcare and childcare workers. The expedited process has been extended to include healthcare workers and childcare workers with valid immigration status and an initial Form I-765 Application for Employment Authorization that has been pending for over 90 days.

USCIS PROCESSING UPDATE – USCIS Adjudication of Form I-765
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USCIS PROCESSING UPDATE – USCIS Adjudication of Form I-765

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When you file a USCIS Form I-485 Application to Adjust Status to a US Permanent Resident (Green Card) along with  USICS Form I-765 Application for Employment Authorization and USCIS Form I-131 Application for Travel Authorization concurrently (At the same time), USCIS will adjudicate the I-765 Application for Employment Authorization first. If approved, USCIS will issue the Employment Authorization Document (EAD) without joint travel authorization. They will then adjudicate Form I-131 Application for Travel Authorization separately.

USCIS Implements Employment Authorization Document (EAD) Automatic Extension Calculator
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USCIS Implements Employment Authorization Document (EAD) Automatic Extension Calculator

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In an effort to assist employers in calculating new EAD expiration dates for employees eligible for automatic extensions, USCIS has created an EAD Automatic Extension Calculator. If you are an employee, the calculator will help you determine your employee’s eligibility. Find out how to calculate your employee’s new EAD expiration date here. 

Automatic EAD Extension increased up to 540 Days
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Automatic EAD Extension increased up to 540 Days

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On May 3, 2022, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced a temporary increase to the automatic extension period for certain employment authorization and Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) renewal applicants to up to 540 days. The temporary increase takes effect on May 4, 2022, and is set to expire on Oct. 27, 2023. See if you qualify for the automatic 540-day EAD extension. 

How do I expedite my work and travel authorization?
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How do I expedite my work and travel authorization?

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US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) can take 6-12 months to approve and issue work and travel authorization documents. In some cases, delays in processing can create significant hardships for organizations, families, and individuals. In qualifying situations, USCIS may expedite the processing of your work and/or travel authorization. Here’s how it works.

How do spouses of E Visa and L-1 Visa holders get work authorization?
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How do spouses of E Visa and L-1 Visa holders get work authorization?

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As of November 12, 2021, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has extended automatic work authorization incident to status to include the spouses of both E Visa and L Visa holders. Find out what this means for your qualifying spouse.