Employment authorization fee question

[haleywynne 0]

I believe I read somewhere on this site before that the EAD fee is waived when you apply for it with the I-485. Is this true or has it changed? Because when I looked at the USCIS website it said the EAD was another $300 or so. Just wondering if its really worth the extra $300 if its gonna take 3 months to get it and only work for a couple months before getting the green card.

Thanks!

[jb_vj 5]

$1,010 ($930 plus a biometrics fee of $80)

From USCIS website:

Please note that, if you file Form I-485 to adjust your status as a permanent resident on or after July 30, 2007, no additional fee is required to also file an application for employment authorization on Form I-765 and/or advance parole on Form I-131. You may file these forms concurrently. If you choose to file the I-765 and/or I-131 separately after July 30, 2007, you must also submit a copy of your I-797C, Notice of Action, receipt as evidence of the filing of an I-485. If you filed your Form I-485 prior to July 30, 2007, you must pay the fees associated with Forms I-765 and/or I-131 when you file.

[Brad&Ameq 0]

Yes, and the I-131, Advance Parole is free also. So go ahead and apply for that, because you'll need it if you have to travel. You'll only be able to travel until you receive the advance parole document however.

[haleywynne 0]

Thanks! I knew I read that somewhere and I just wanted to make sure I wasn't just dreaming it

We'll go ahead and send all of the forms then.