USCIS May Restore Issuing Interim EADs

We have reported that USCIS no longer issues interim EADs at local USCIS offices starting from June 30, 2006. The Vermont Service Center (VSC) has advised recently that they have instituted a new procedure for issuing interim Employment Authorization Documents (EADs). One may request an interim EAD if an EAD application has been pending for more than 90 days.

The new procedure requires that an individual may make the interim EAD request at a local USCIS office. The local office then will contact the VSC. The VSC will review the application and try to adjudicate the initial EAD application, and avoid the need for an interim EAD. If they cannot complete the initial application, they can issue an interim EAD.

The interim EAD will not be issued if there are "national security issues." If the case is held due to security concerns, they may not issue the interim EAD. Whether or not it is issued depends upon the severity of the security matter.

This is good news for people with delayed EADs. However, we still strongly suggest applicants to submit your EAD petition as early as possible, typically, three months before the current EAD expires.

(02/27/2007)

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