United StatesGuideNo. I-9
I-9 — Employment Eligibility Verification
Completed at hiring by the employee and employer to verify identity and the right to work in the US.
EmploymentView guide
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)Immigration and residenceGuide
I-765 — Application for Employment Authorization
To get a work permit (EAD card) when your status allows it.
The form is downloaded and submitted on the authority's website.
What this form is for
Apply for an employment authorization document (EAD), for example while a green card or asylum case is pending, or for some spouses of workers.
Documents to have ready
- Proof of the eligibility category you're applying under
- Passport-style photos as specified
- The filing fee, if it applies to your category
Where to send it
Most categories can file online through a USCIS account, or by mail to the lockbox listed on the official page.
Our tips
- Always download the latest version from the official site: federal forms are updated regularly.
- Read the official instructions that come with the form before you start.
- Keep a copy of everything you send, with the date you sent it.
The information on this page is general. If in doubt, the official source prevails.
Related forms
- United StatesGuideNo. N-400
N-400 — Application for Naturalization
The US citizenship application for eligible permanent residents.
Immigration and residenceView guide