Employment Authorization Application

An Employment Authorization Application is a formal request submitted to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to obtain legal permission to work in the United States. It is typically filed by individuals who are in the country on certain visas, protected under specific immigration statuses, or adjusting their immigration status. Once approved, it results in an Employment Authorization Document (EAD), which serves as official proof that the individual is allowed to legally work for a designated period. This process helps eligible non-citizens participate fully in the workforce while their immigration status is being processed or protected.