EAD and I-765

[mexi 0]

Hi i am new in this forum.

I am confused between an EAD and the I-765 (applic. for employment authorization).

Are these 2 the same? Otherwise, what are their differences? Should these 2 be filed for AOS?

Also, (im sorry im asking a lot) How long is the waiting time before I get approved of these forms?

Thank you so much for reading. I am just so confused right now. Any help will definitely be appreciated

[duluxdog 0]

The Employment Authorisation Document is the name of the form required , and the I-765 is really just the number of the form, both are one and the same.

As for a time line for processing , its up to the powers that be depending on your own circumstances , some are as short as 3 months to whenever and also depending on what other forms you are filing.

[gag54611 1]

Actually, duluxdog is incorrect.

The I-765 is the Application for Employment Authorisation.

The EAD is the Employment Authorisation Document, which is a card similar in size to a driver's license. This card has your details and your photo on it. The EAD is sent to you when your I-765 is approved.

G

[mexi 0]

Thanks so much duluxdog and gag.

Another question, how long will an EAD last? I mean does that expire or something?

[Hilarious Clinton 452]

Thanks so much duluxdog and gag.

Another question, how long will an EAD last? I mean does that expire or something?

No more than a year.

[Anastasia 1]

EAD is good for a year, and if you still didn't receive your green card by then, you have to apply for EAD renewal before the EAD card expires.

[Jasman0717 9]

The I-765 is what you file to get the Employment Authorization Document issued

[duluxdog 0]

Thanks to gag , I stand corrected on the process and wording

and thanks to jasman for detailing exactly what the I-765 gets you.

[mexi 0]

Thank you thank you thank you!

I have one last question. I am thinking on whether I apply an EAD or not based from my situation. You see, I got here through a K1 visa and my hubby and I are planning on applying for AOS soon. We have a baby. She is just 5 months old and my husband doesnt want me to work until she gets to preschool, w/c will be 3+ yrs from now. My husband just wants me to dedicate my time to our baby and be a housewife basically.

Since I won't be working till on a later time, I don't necessarily need to apply for an EAD right? Or is this mandatory regardless? And if I do get my green card, and maybe by that time I would be ready to work, I can go and do so w/o an EAD right?

Please explain somebody?