Description
Your official key to legal employment in the United States. The Employment Authorization Document, more commonly known as the EAD or “Work Permit,” is a document issued by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) that grants foreign nationals the legal right to work in the U.S. for a limited time.
Key Features:
– Legal Work Authorization: Legally permits you to work for any U.S. employer without requiring separate sponsorship.
– Identity Document (List A): Serves as a valid document that proves both identity and employment eligibility (List A) when completing Form I-9.
– Temporary Status: Issued for a specific period noted on the card and requires timely renewal to maintain legal employment.
– Visual Security: Features a photograph, an embedded chip, and multiple layers of holograms to prevent counterfeiting.
Ideal For:
– Proving your work eligibility when starting a new job.
– Applying for a Social Security Number (SSN).
– Opening a bank account and accessing other services that require proof of legal status.
– Foreign nationals with certain visa categories (e.g., F-1 OPT, K-1, L-2, E-2) or those awaiting a green card application decision.
