What is EAD?
When do F-1 students need an EAD?
not
How will the new rule affect F-1 students?
Can F1 visa holders apply early to avoid a job gap?
What students should do now
Check your EAD expiry date today. Count back 90 days — that is the first day you can legally apply for your new EAD. Coordinate with your DSO in advance. Your DSO’s STEM OPT recommendation must be no more than 60 days old when USCIS receives your application.
Ask your DSO to prepare the updated I-20 early, so you can file on Day 1 of your window. File Form I-765 on the earliest eligible day. Any delay — even a few days — can increase the risk of the new EAD not arriving in time. Strongly consider Premium Processing. Filing Form I-907 (premium) means USCIS must act within roughly 30 business days, reducing the chance of a work gap. Keep your employment reporting airtight. Ensure your I-983, SEVIS updates, and employer reporting are error-free.
Continue Reading on Times of India
This preview shows approximately 15% of the article. Read the full story on the publisher's website to support quality journalism.