Most new EADs will no longer be valid for 5 years. Under a new rule, many categories will now get a maximum length of 18 months. Some groups will only receive 1-year EADs or less.
These changes apply to EAD applications that are pending or submitted on or after December 5, 2025 (for 18-month categories) and July 22, 2025 (for 1-year categories).
Your current work permit will stay valid until the date printed on it.
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Available Languages
English, Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Dari, Farsi, French, Haitian Creole, Other, Pashto, Punjabi, Russian, Spanish, Ukrainian, Tagalog
Relevant Populations
All Populations
Immigration Status
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Date
Updated
January 29, 2026
January 29, 2026