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How to Fill Out Form I-765 for an Employment Authorization Document

Form I-765 requests, renews, or replaces an EAD. The critical task is selecting the correct eligibility category and matching it to the I-94, current status, and evidence.

Official edition: 08/21/25
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Part 1

Reason for Applying

Choose initial permission, renewal, or replacement of an EAD.

Choose the single option that matches this filing.

Copy from both sides of the prior card and prepare copies.

How to prepare Form I-765

Confirm eligibility and filing category first, then match every answer to passports, civil documents, and immigration records.

  1. 1

    Choose the filing reason

    Distinguish initial permission, renewal, and replacement for loss or error.

  2. 2

    Confirm the EAD category

    Find the applicable (a), (c), or other category code in the official instructions.

  3. 3

    Verify entry and current status

    Use I-94, passport, and visa records for entry class, dates, and status.

  4. 4

    Prepare category-specific evidence

    Each category requires different underlying application, status, or approval evidence.

  5. 5

    Verify edition, fee, and filing method

    Reopen the official USCIS page on the filing date and verify edition, fee, online eligibility, and mailing instructions.

  6. 6

    Transfer to the official form and sign

    Transfer verified English answers to the current official PDF or myUSCIS, attach evidence, and complete every required signature.

Common evidence checklist

Evidence varies by category and case. Use this list to prepare, then review the current official instructions before filing.

  • Passport identity page, visa, and latest I-94
  • Front and back copies of current or prior EAD
  • Receipt or approval supporting the selected category
  • Photos and identity evidence under current requirements
  • Name-change evidence when applicable
  • Complete certified English translations

Form I-765 FAQs

Does I-765 approval grant lawful status?+

Not necessarily. An EAD authorizes employment; lawful status depends on a separate immigration category or filing.

Is an EAD automatically extended during renewal?+

Only currently listed categories that meet timely-filing and card requirements may qualify.

Can I request an SSN on Form I-765?+

The current form includes SSA information-sharing questions; complete parent-name and consent items as applicable.

Can this worksheet be filed directly with USCIS?+

No. This is a I-765 preparation and English review worksheet. Transfer the answers to the current official form or USCIS online system.

Should AI translate a person's name?+

No. Use the existing English spelling on the passport or official record. Names and identification numbers are never sent to AI.

Why are the fee and mailing address not hardcoded?+

USCIS changes fees, Lockbox routing, and online-filing eligibility. Verify the official page on the day of filing.

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