I-9 Alert: Automatic Extensions of EADs

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EAD, High-Skilled Workers, I-765, I-9, USCIS, Work Authorization

Due to the new High-Skilled Workers rule that went into effect on January 17, 2017, USCIS is no longer required to adjudicate EADs within ninety days. To help prevent a gap in employment authorization, DHS will grant automatic 180-day EAD extensions in most categories if filed on the same basis as the initial EAD.

Here is what you need to know about these new regulation.