Form I-765: How to Apply for an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) — Complete 2026 Guide
Form I-765 (Application for Employment Authorization) is the USCIS form used to obtain an EAD work permit. This complete 2026 guide covers eligibility categories, required documents, filing fees ($470–$520), step-by-step instructions, the October 2025 auto-extension rule change, and current processing times by category.