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An Employment Authorization Document (EAD) is a document issued by USCIS that grants temporary employment authorization to non-citizens in the United States.

Individuals who are temporarily in the United States and fall into certain categories such as asylum seekers, students needing practical training, and certain family members of employment-based nonimmigrants.

EADs are typically valid for one year, but the validity period may vary depending on the applicant's immigration status and the specific reasons for applying.

EAD holders may travel outside the United States, but they may need additional documentation, such as Advance Parole, to return and should consult with an immigration attorney before travelling.

The primary benefit is the authorization to work in the United States, but it also provides a form of government-issued identification and can facilitate the opening of a bank account or obtaining a driver's license.

The application process typically involves filing Form I-765 with the USCIS, providing supporting documentation, and paying a filing fee unless a fee waiver is granted.

In some cases, dependent family members of the EAD applicant may be eligible for their own EADs, depending on their visa status and relationship to the primary applicant.

Yes, it is possible to extend an EAD by filing a new Form I-765, typically before the current EAD expires, along with any required supporting documentation and the filing fee.

Yes, EAD holders who intend to work in the United States must apply for a Social Security number (SSN) to report wages and pay taxes.