4 dic 2025
New USCIS policy reduces EAD duration and strengthens work authorization verification procedures.
Published: December 4, 2025
Effective: December 5, 2025
USCIS has announced new policies that shorten the validity period of Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) and increase the frequency of background checks for several categories of foreign nationals. These changes aim to strengthen security screening and prevent fraud.
Key Changes
USCIS will now limit EAD validity for certain applicants from 5 years to 18 months, including individuals who:
Were admitted as refugees
Were granted asylum
Were granted withholding of removal
Have pending asylum or withholding applications
Have pending adjustment of status under INA 245
Have pending cancellation of removal, suspension of deportation, or NACARA cases
These updates apply to all Form I-765 applications filed or pending on or after December 5, 2025.
Changes Required by HR 1 (Federal Law)
Under HR 1, EAD validity will be limited to one year or the duration of parole/TPS (whichever is shorter) for:
Refugee parolees
TPS recipients
Individuals granted parole
Applicants with pending TPS
Paroled spouses of entrepreneurs
This applies to applications pending or filed on or after July 22, 2025.
Impact on Applicants
Foreign nationals in the affected categories will need to renew EADs more frequently and may experience additional security vetting during processing.
Official Source
USCIS Policy Manual Update
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