lemonss

So, crushingly, I just learned that the 90 day EAD rule is no longer in effect, as of January this year. Right as I'm next to my 90th day. I submitted a service request on day 75, although wasn't too fussed, because day 90 was right around the corner. Did some googling, then... sad face.

I was so excited to be able to book tickets to go see my family, and go on a honeymoon with my SO, and so excited to quit my job and try some new things. And now....

So, with zero requirement for an interim EAD to be given to me, do I basically have nothing to depend on, in terms of timing? Realistically, am I going to have to wait like 10 months or a year until I (hopefully) get my green card?

Noorah101

A little history for others...you are currently in the USA, married to a USC, and doing an AOS.

What 90 day EAD rule is this? Do you have a link?

90th day after submitting the AOS package which included the I-765 application for EAD?

Can you share the link you found that gave you a sad face?

Now I'm confused. Quit your job? Are you here on a work visa? I know you're disappointed not to have your AP in hand yet, but you will in time, and then you can go see your family and go on your honeymoon. As for working, it sounds like you already are, so you're earning income, which is a good thing. Your EAD will arrive at some point and then you can quit this job and find another.

I don't understand your question. Timing of what? Why is the EAD so important? It sounds like you're already here on a work visa and are pretty stable, no?

A typical AOS case can take about 6 to 8 months or so, maybe longer, so yes, you might have to wait 10 or 12 months (worst case scenario) to get your green card. But the EAD should come much sooner, within 90 days of filing the application. It sounds like you're not past the 90 days yet, so hang in there.

Rene

Twinkle0927

I don't understand why you need an EAD (employment authorization document) if you have a job already? You mentioned quitting your job. EADs allow people to work whilst the AOS is still pending. They don't allow you to travel outside the country - for that you need AP - Advance Parole. Did you apply for that also? It's a separate form to fill out and submit. It's usually done at the time of filing AOS but can be done later. The sooner you apply, the sooner you can travel.

Twinkle0927

And there has been no change in the time scale for EADs (although I suspect an EAD is not what the OP is talking about):

https://my.uscis.gov/helpcenter/article/how-long-does-uscis-have-to-make-a-decision-on-my-form-i-765-application-for-employment-authorization

ian-mstm

I think he's talking about this.

Ian

ian-mstm

You really need to work on your communication skills. I'm sure you've had an entire conversation with yourself in your head, but we can only go on what you write... and you're not really writing what you're thinking.

Ian

tom169

FWIW you're also looking at another 2 weeks (ish) from approval to actually getting the card in the mail.