I-765 Ead Online Application Guide

[HowMuchLonger]

. I can’t believe it happened to me but… I did the EAD renewal online two days ago; following the great instructions here I immediately prepared and mailed the supporting documentation package and called the 800-number to get the picture/fingerprint taken this morning. While I was at the ASC, they noticed that my name and last-name were reversed –i.e., I made this mistake in the web form. They suggested to wait for the EAD card to arrive with the mistake and then call and report the problem. Hmmm. When I came home I called the 800 number and they were clueless too – i.e., they didn’t offer a way to fix the problem. Any comments or suggestions? Thanks much.

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WAC-02-059-XXXXX
ND: 12/7/2001

[hairyskull]

I have applied for 140 and 485 concurrently. As I understand from this forum, these days California service center does not issue the EAD until 140 is approved.

My question is can I change my job as soon as I get the EAD, or do I have to wait for a certain period of time? Also, is the EAD issued as soon as the 140 gets approved, or is there a delay involved?

[eb2_I485_RD0901]

HowMuchLonger

Sorry to hear your case .... I personally do not know how to reslove your issue; Please post your question as a seperate new thread, may be someone can guide you.
I will add this as an IMPORTANT check point i.e make sure the Date of Birth, A# , First Name / Family Name are correct , before the ONLINE Application is SUBMITTED.
But one lesson here is learnt that if one can make a mistake in their OWN application , then the guys at INS who enter "DATA" into the computer for the hundreds of "PAPER EAD " Application every day will surely make some mistakes.

This ironically reinforces the case to file the Online EAD.

I am sorry if you are offended . but this is not to taunt you but to help guide those who will E-File in future.

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hairyskull

Please post your question as a new thread; let us reserve this thread for the "Online" EAD guide.

[kingno1]

Online EAD Approved
Just checked the online status....Approved for my wife and myself..
I E-filed by Myself...Filed on OCT 10 2003...
Receipt Number: WAC04 - 800- XXXXX
On January 16, 2004, after approving your application, we ordered you a new card. Your card will be mailed to you as soon as it is ready.

[HowMuchLonger]

Hi - no offense taken... I also agree that it is a good idea to add the "checkpoint." I started the new thread per youir suggestion. I've been thinking that ig I get the card with the error perhaps it isn't a big deal as it has a picture, ect.

[eb2_I485_RD0901]

Hi All,

Just a reminder that you should not trust your PC as a relaible place to store the EAD pdf files. (You never know when these may crash ......)

The best solution is to ZIP the pdf files and mail them to one of your "Internet" Email accounts e.g yahoo or hotmail.

That way you can always access them wherever through the WWW and it will always act as a backup ...just in case the un-thinkable happens.

Ofcourse once you get the receipt ..it is another backup plan.

But anyway just in case.......

Goodluck to all.

[amcom]

I did n't send DL copies with renewal of EAD application. How bad is that?? Shud i expect any RFE based on that??

In the instructions sheet of 765 form there wasn't anything about DL to be attached with form.

Any input is appreciated.
K.

[wolf_nj]

On 12/17/2003, I E-filing my renew case with "NO" anwser to the question “Have you ever before applied for employment Authorization form BCIS? I thought "renew" means for the same EAD.
Accoding the receive letter, I did not send any supporting docs. Should I send the supporting docs with different anwser for this questio?

How long time will it take for E-filing case? my EAD will expired on 03/04/04.

Thanks

[allthebest]

Hey amcom

For your info, I applied for renewal of EAD online and it is mentioned on the receipt :
"DO NOT send photos or copies of identification unless requested to do so"

This means that you do not need to send your DL copies anyway!

Originally posted by amcom
I did n't send DL copies with renewal of EAD application. How bad is that?? Shud i expect any RFE based on that??

In the instructions sheet of 765 form there wasn't anything about DL to be attached with form.

Any input is appreciated.
K.

[kongmin]

What is "DL copies"?

[amcom]

thanks allthebest.

& kongmin : DL is driver's License.

[eb2_I485_RD0901]

All,

The list of documents that are listed in this thread are based on various experiences of people form different Service centers.

Please use your best judgement ! (in regards to what to send)

Regards.

[ytkm]

eb2_I485_RD0901,
Thank your for your great Guide!

I have some questions,
"Copy of I-485 petition" -- Is it "Copy of I485 Receipt Notice"?

"Copy of I-140 Approval Petition" -- My case hasn't been
approved yet. Can I use "Copy of I140 Receipt Notice" instead?

If it's my first time to apply an EAD, what else should I add into?

[eb2_I485_RD0901]

ytkm,

Copy of I-485 petition" -- Is it "Copy of I485 Receipt Notice"?
==> YES

"Copy of I-140 Approval Petition" -- My case hasn't been
approved yet. Can I use "Copy of I140 Receipt Notice" instead?
==>YES

It looks like you did not apply for the EAD when you filled your "concurrent" I485/I140; There should be no problem ; just send these receipts.

Regards.

[ytkm]

My I-140, I-485 and my husband's I-485,I-765 receipts have a same number "Axx xxx xxx" under APPLICANT(I485)/BENEFICIARY(I140).
Is it A#?

I didn't apply EAD when we filed I-140 and I-485.
My husband's A# on his EAD is "A0xx-xxx-xxx". Last
eight digits are same as the number on the above receipts. We are confused. Can somebody help us out?

[Rowalt]

eb2_I485_RD0901,

I e-filed the I-765 yesterday. I did not apply for the EAD when I filled my "concurrent" I485/I140. so I entered an A# from my OPT card on the e-filing. But I noticed there is another A# on my I-140 and I-485 receipts. Should I enter this one into the E-filing?
I didn't mail the documents and call to make any appointments yet.

What should I do right now? Should I re-file I-765 again? Can we
submit two I-765 applications?

Thanks.

[govgc]

eb2_I485_RD0901 my heartiest congratulations for your GC approval. I surely hope one of the worst nightmares of your life is over now! Enjoy your freedom!

eb2_I485_RD0901/JAXEN ,
I have a I missed to see the EAD expiration date which is on 04/02/04 and for my wife 04/01/04. We both are working on EAD. I don't know how missed it but I have an intimidatory situation. Without wasting a minute, I have e-filed I-765 application for me and my wife today. After filing, I called the NSC IIO to get an appointment for photo and finger priniting. We got one for tomorrow morning 8.00 AM at local ASC. She also said, no way I can get an interim EAD from local service centers. She had very happily declared that even if I attempt one, it is my waste of time!
Now, gurus, what are the best options I have with me to get iEAD or something like that. And, my card is still not charged for the application fee. Also, I get the following case status now. Is this normal?


"Status for this Receipt Number cannot be found at this time in this automated system. Please check your case receipt number to see if it is correct. If you have questions or concerns about your case status, please contact the service center where you submitted your application"

[amcom]

Rowalt

What is OPT card?? How can yo have 2 different A#. You shud have only 1 A# just like SSN.

Your 140 & 485 will have same A# and that was the number you shud've used while filing EAD.

Well now you have 3 options:-
1. Send a letter rightnow along with your other docs like photos/ copies of 140 /485, which u will send eventually (u did e-file right!!) and state your condition and send your correct A# in that letter. This is the best option for you since you haven't mailed ur docs yet.
2. If you want to Wait and have time then till they RFE you on this issue.
3. u can send 2 apps for EAD; people have done that on the forum; some by mistake and some intentionally

K.

[Rowalt]

Amcom,
I'd like to pick the 3rd option.
Thank you!!!

[amcom]

ROWALT
But what is the OPT card???

[ManiG]

govgc:

I go the same message as soon as i complete e-filing my EAD renewal, but after few hrs the msg changed to 'we rcvd your application.....blah...blah.....it takes 60-120days to process this kind of case......'

so try to chk the msg today, i think you will see a std msg

Eligibility to get IEAD is the 91st day of your pending status. I guess you can go to the nearest ASC and ask for an IEAD, if the application is still pending on that date. Other than date, i think we don't have any option to expedite the case or something. But in the past 1-2 months, EAD approvals are happening anywhere from 60- 90 days(TSC), so keep your fingers crossed !

You can also take a look at suggestions from other senior members of this form about what are the other alternatives to manage the Invalid EAD situation......just in case !

[govgc]

ManiG,
I appreciate your posting. But could you please enlighten me on

"You can also take a look at suggestions from other senior members of this form about what are the other alternatives to manage the Invalid EAD situation......just in case !"

Thanks

[Rowalt]

Amcom,
OPT card is an EAD card under Optional Pratical
Training category.

Regards.

[Sahin]

When I was filing the E-I765 I think I made a mistake, they asked for

Have you ever applied for EAD: Yes

Date for Application : I have put the date when my application for last EAD was signed. I think I should have put the issue date of EAD and expiry date of my current EAD what was issued last time.

Is this a major mistake???

I was confused with their question, Date for application??? This does not imply date was issued or date it will expire.....


Any thoughts???

[eb2_I485_RD0901]

Sahin,

I don't think there will be any problems.
since your last EAD was approved ... that is what matters.

Regards.

[eb2_I485_RD0901]

All,

Yes it is possible to send a Certified Mail with a return receipt to a PO Box.

Note: The return receipt from the Service Center has a "STAMP" indicating the Service Center; No Signature. But someting is better than nothing for Peace of Mind.

Regards.

[eb2_I485_RD0901]

Hi All,

Since my case has been approved , I am not visiting this thread as often as I used to do before.

However I will continue to update the Online Guide based on peoples' experience and questions.


If anybody has specific questions about EAD errors or other questions NOT related to the "Online Guide" please post your question in a new thread ; there is a better probability that more people will see a new thread comapred to questions embedded in this thread. (However if it is a question related to the EAD online guide please post it in this thread)

My case was an AC21 case , where I changed states ; (different service center based on the geographic region ) . If you are interested please read details at : http://www.immigrationportal.com/sho...5&pagenumber=1

Regards.

[eb2_I485_RD0901]

The MANNER of LAST Entry on the INS web site is NOT in order; so it is possible that you may select the wrong one e.g (Select H1 insted of H1B )

So here is the alphabetically sorted list :


1B1: H-1B1 SPECIALITY OCCUPATION
1B2: H-1B2 DoD SPECIALITY
1B3: H-1B3 FASHION MODEL
1B4: H-1B4 UNIQUE PGM ARTIST/ENT
1B5: H-1B5 ALIEN ATHLETE
1BS: SUPPORT PERSON OF H-1
A1: AMBASSADOR, DIPLOMAT
A2: OTHER DIPLOMATIC OFFICIALS
A3: ATTENDANTS OF A-1, A-2
AS: ASYLUM
ASD: ASYLUM STATUS DENIED
AW: RAW APPLIED FOR AT A PORT
B1: TEMPORARY VISITOR FOR BUSINESS
B2: TEMPORARY VISITOR FOR PLEASURE
BE: BERING STRAIT ENTRIES
C1: ALIEN IN TRANSIT THROUGH U.S.
C2: ALIEN IN TRANSIT TO UN HQ
C3: FRN GOV OFF IN TRANSIT THRU US
C4: TRANSIT WITHOUT A VISA
CC: CUBAN MASS MIGRATION PROJECT
CH: PAROLEE (HUMANITARIAN/HQ AUTH)
CP: PAROLEE (PUBLIC INT/HQ AUTH)
D1: ALIEN CREW DEPART SAME VESSEL
D2: ALIEN CREW DEPART OTHER VESSEL
DA: ADVANCE PAROLE (DISTRICT AUTH)
DE: PAROLEE (DEFERRED INSPECTION)
DT: PAROLEE (DISTRICT/POE AUTH)
E1: TREATY TRADER/SPOUSE/CHILDREN
E2: TREATY INVESTOR/SPOUSE/CHILD
EAO: EMPLOYMENT ADVISORY OPTION
EWI: ENTRY WITHOUT INSPECTION
F1: STUDENT - ACADEMIC
F2: SPOUSE/CHILD OF F-1
FUG: FAMILY UNITY GRANTED
G1: PRINCIPAL REP. FOREIGN GOVT
G2: OTHER REP FOREIGN GOVT
G3: REP NON-RECOGNIZED FOREIGN GOV
G4: OFFICER/EMPLOYEE INTL. ORG.
G5: ATTENDANTS OF G1, G2, G3, G4
GB: VISITOR WITHOUT A VISA 15 DAYS
GT: VISITOR WITHOUT A VISA 15 DAYS
H1: ALIEN OF DIST MERIT & ABILITY
H1B: SPECIALITY OCCUPATION
H1C: Nurse Relief
H2: TEMPORARY LABOR CERTIFICATION
H2A: TEMPORARY AGRICULTURAL WORKER
H2B: TEMPORARY NON-AG WORKER
H3: ALIEN TRAINEE
H3A: TRAINEE
H3B: SPECIAL EDUCATION TRAINING
H4: SPOUSE/CHILD OF H-1 THRU H-3
I: FOREIGN PRESS
IMM: IMMIGRANT
IN: INDEFINITE PAROLE
J1: EXCHANGE VISITOR
J2: SPOUSE/CHILD OF J-1
K1: ALIEN FIANCE(E) OF USC
K2: CHILD OF K1
K3: SPOUSE OF USC
K4: CHILD OF USC
L1: INTRA-COMPANY TRANSFEREE
L1A: MANAGER OR EXECUTIVE
L1B: SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE ALIEN
L2: SPOUSE/CHILD OF L-1
LZ: BLANKET L PETITION
M1: STUDENT - VOCATIONAL/NON-ACAD.
M2: SPOUSE/CHILD OF M-1
ML: PAROLEE-MEDICAL, LEGAL, HUMAN
N1: PRINCIPAL REP. OF NATO MEMBER
N2: OTHER REP. OF NATO MEMBER
N3: CLERICAL STAFF FOR N-1, N-2
N4: OFFICIALS OF NATO_ION
N5: EXPERTS EMPLOYED BY NATO
N6: CIVILIAN COMPONENT OF NATO
N7: ATTENDANTS OF N-1 THROUGH N-6
N8: PARENT OF SPEC IMMIGRANT CHILD
N9: SPOUSE/CHILD OF N8
O1: ALIEN W/EXTRAORDINARY ABILITY
O1A: EXTRAORDINARY ALIEN - NON-ARTS
O1B: EXTRAORDINARY ALIEN IN ARTS
O2: ACCOMPANYING ALIEN TO O1
O3: SPOUSE/CHILD OF O-1, O-2
OP: PAROLEE (OVERSEAS AUTHORIZED)
P1: ATHLETE OR ENTERTAINER
P1A: ALIEN WITH ATHLETIC EVENT
P1B: ALIEN WITH ENTERTAINMENT GROUP
P1S: SUPPORT PERSON OF P-1
P2: EXHANGE ARTIST/ENTERTAINER
P2S: SUPPORT PERSON OF P-2
P3: UNIQUE PGM ARTIST/ENTERTAINER
P3S: SUPPORT PERSON OF P-3
P4: SPOUSE/CHILD OF P-1, P-2, P-3
PAR: PAROLEE
PI: PACIFIC ISLANDER
Q1: INTL CULTURAL XCHG VISITORS
Q2: IRISH PEACE PROCESS PARTICPNTS
Q3: SPOUSE/CHILD OF Q2
R1: RELIGIOUS OCCUPATION
R2: SPOUSE/CHILD OF R-1
RE: REFUGEE H1A: REGISTERED NURSE
RE5: HAITIAN W/GRANTED REFUGEE STAT
RW: RAW APPLIED FOR AT A US CO
S1: SPECIAL AGRICULTURAL WORKER
S2: SPECIAL AGRICULTURAL WORKER
S9: EMERGENCY FARM WORKER
SDF: SUSPECTED DOCUMENT FRAUD
ST: STOWAWAY
T1: VICTIM OF SEVERE FORM OF TRAFK
T2: SPOUSE OF T1
T3: CHILD OF T1
T4: PARENT OF T1
TB: SPOUSE OR CHILD OF CAN. FR
TC: CANADIAN FREE TRADE AGREEMENT
TD: NAFTA DEPENDENT
TN1: NAFTA PRINCIPAL (CANADA)
TN2: NAFTA PRINCIPAL (MEXICO)
TWO: TRANSIT WITHOUT A VISA
U1: VICTIM OF CRIMINAL ACTIVITY
U2: SPOUSE OF U1
U3: CHILD OF U1
U4: PARENT OF U1
UN: UNKNOWN
V1: SPOUSE OF LPR
V2: CHILD OF LPR
V3: DEPENDANTS OF V1 OR V2
WB: VISITOR FOR BUSINESS - VWPP
WD: WITHDRAWL (I-275)
WI: WITHOUT INSPECTION
WT: VISITOR FOR PLEASURE - VWPP

Thanls to "eadwoes" who pointed this out.

[xyzzyxxyzyzx]

Guys,
What is the current EAD processing date at VSC? any idea?

[eb2_I485_RD0901]

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