Immigration → Work Permit & Travel Document
Work Permit & Travel Document
Employment Authorization Document (EAD / I-765) and Advance Parole (I-131) for applicants with pending immigration matters.
Eligibility & Scope
Who This Is For
- Pending I-485 Adjustment of Status applicant
- Asylum applicant (pending for 150+ days)
- DACA recipient (renewal or initial)
- TPS applicant or beneficiary
- VAWA self-petitioner
- Other qualifying categories under 8 CFR 274a.12
May Require Consultation First
- LPR or U.S. citizen (not required)
- Applicants with no qualifying underlying status
- EAD based on employment sponsorship (H-1B, L-1, etc. — different process)
What's Included
Included in Our Flat Fee
- Preparation of I-765 (EAD)
- Preparation of I-131 (Advance Parole) if applicable
- Category code determination and eligibility analysis
- Attorney review of all forms
- Filing package assembly
- Secure portal access throughout
Not Included (Requires Separate Retention)
- USCIS filing fees (I-765: $520 — paid separately; I-131: $630 if standalone)
- Biometrics fee
- Underlying petition preparation (available separately)
- DACA initial applications (consult required)
Documents You'll Need
Current passport
I-94 or other entry document
I-485 receipt notice (if concurrent)
Prior EAD card (if renewing)
2 passport photos
Proof of qualifying category (e.g., asylum receipt, TPS notice)
* A complete, personalized checklist is provided through the secure portal after intake.
Attorney Fees
$400 – $700
Attorney Fee
Flat attorney fee. USCIS fees paid separately. Fee covers standalone or concurrent EAD/AP preparation. Discounted if filed concurrently with I-485 package.
Payment Stages
1
Full fee due at engagement for standalone filings2
Included in package price if filed concurrently with I-485Process & Timeline
1
Intake & Document Review
Confirm eligibility category and gather required documents.
Week 1
2
Forms Prepared
I-765 and/or I-131 prepared and reviewed by attorney.
Week 1–2
3
Filed with USCIS
Package submitted. Receipt notice issued.
Week 2
4
Biometrics (if required)
USCIS may schedule biometrics for standalone EAD.
1–2 months
5
EAD / AP Card Received
Work permit and/or Advance Parole card issued.
3–8 months
Frequently Asked Questions
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