Oct 30, 2025 · U.S. employers must ensure all employees, regardless of citizenship or national origin, are authorized to work in the United States. Having an Employment Authorization Document (Form I …

As a nonimmigrant visa holder, you may be able to work in the U.S. temporarily with a work permit (Employment Authorization Document or EAD). Learn if you qualify and how to apply.

A Form I-766 employment authorization document (EAD) [1] or EAD card, known popularly as a work permit, is a document issued by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) that …

Dec 12, 2025 · If you are not a U.S. citizen, Green Card holder, or asylee, you must have an Employment Authorization Document (EAD). Find information on how to apply for a work permit and renew it.

Apr 29, 2025 · Though an Employment Authorization Card (often referred to as a work permit) and a green card may look similar, they serve different functions and represent different stages in the U.S. …

Form I-766 (officially known as the Employment Authorization Document (EAD) and often referred to as a “work permit” or “EAD card”) is an ID card issued by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services …

Aug 12, 2025 · Find out what an EAD card means, who needs it, and how the Employment Authorization Document works in the U.S. immigration process.

Oct 8, 2025 · Form I-766, also known as the Employment Authorization Document (EAD) or work permit, is the card that proves you have that right. Whether you’re applying for a green card, seeking asylum, …

Many people call it an EAD, employment authorization card, or work permit. USCIS refers to it internally as Form I-766. This page focuses on what the employment authorization document is and how it …

Nov 6, 2025 · Learn the key differences between a green card and an EAD, including renewal options, deportation risks, and how to transition from an EAD to permanent residency. Get guidance from …