EAD Articles
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EAD vs H-1B: All You Need to Know to Make the Decision
Published on October 04, 2022For many, whether it’s temporary or permanent, working in the U.S. is a goal that is highly sought-after. There are numerous ways to contribute to the American workforce, and the EAD and the H-1B are two such ways. Knowing how these two tools of immigration relate can be vital to your efforts to work in…
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H4 Visa EAD FAQs | Common H4 EAD Questions Answered
Published on September 15, 2022On May 26, 2015, the USCIS began accepting applications for H-4 dependent spouses to obtain employment authorization. This long-awaited change is a relief for the thousands of H-4 holders who will be eligible for the benefits of employment. We’ve received many questions regarding qualifications, documentation required, processing procedures and the EAD lawsuit. Below is our…
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EAD Card vs Green Card | Similarities and Differences
Published on September 10, 2022When individuals contemplate immigrating to the United States, their first thought usually sways towards a green card. While this may be the ultimate goal, there are other options available that would allow you to work in the United States until a green card is issued. Employment Authorization Documents (EAD) are granted when an individual has…
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Work Permit (EAD) Renewal: The Complete Guide 2022
Published on May 11, 2022Getting your Employment Authorization Document (EAD) will not be the last time you have to go through the process. Your EAD has an expiration date, and you should be well prepared and ready for a work permit renewal long before that date. This 2022 complete guide is the first significant step in that preparation. We’ll…
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Can I Work While Waiting For a Marriage-Based Green Card?
Published on March 04, 2022There are two ways through which you may be eligible for a marriage-based green card. One is by being the spouse of a U.S. citizen, and the other is to marry a lawful permanent resident (LPR) in the U.S. In either case, your U.S. citizen or permanent resident spouse will have to sponsor your green…
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Will the USCIS Know About Unauthorized Employment?
Published on March 17, 2020One of the most explicit immigration laws in the United States is the government’s stance against unauthorized employment. It is a violation of the country’s immigration and labor laws, which can attract heavy punishments. According to the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), unauthorized employment is any labor or service performed for an employer…
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I-140 EAD Rule: Latest News & Updates
Published on April 11, 2019In 2015, the Department of Homeland Security made some amendments to the I-140 Employment Authorization that had been guiding the entering and hiring process of highly-skilled workers in the United States. The new rule was extremely beneficial to H-1B holders as their spouses, the H-4 holders, could now be hired as employees in the United…