Employment Authorization

What this form is used for

Form I-765 asks USCIS to issue an Employment Authorization Document. The form includes a list of categories, and the category you select must match your own immigration situation. We do not choose or confirm your category for you.

Who may generally use this form

• People with a pending or approved immigration case that allows them to request work authorization
• Students or dependents in certain statuses described in the official instructions
• People renewing a current Employment Authorization Document before it expires
• Which category applies to you must be confirmed by a licensed attorney, DOJ-accredited representative, or the official USCIS instructions

Documents commonly requested

• Government-issued photo identification and passport-style photographs
• Copies of your passport, visa, and Form I-94 arrival record
• Your current or most recent Employment Authorization Document, for renewals
• The receipt or approval notice for the underlying case that supports your category
• Prior USCIS notices related to your immigration history
• The filing fee paid directly to USCIS, or a fee waiver request when one is available

How our document preparation works

1. 1We identify which forms make up your package and confirm the documents you have
2. 2You receive a checklist for the photographs, identification, and supporting records
3. 3We complete the form using exactly the information you provide
4. 4We review the package with you so names, dates, and addresses are consistent with your other records
5. 5You sign and file, or we prepare the package for mailing or online submission

How the USCIS process generally works