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sagy caddington

Posted 9 months ago

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Can I work while waiting for asylum?

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Johnson Bonaventure

Answered 9 months ago

User
I think so, but you have to get work permit
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Marie B

Answered 9 months ago

User
Yes if you get your EAD, you can start working
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twinkle huxley

Answered 9 months ago

User

After you file your asylum application (Form I-589), you must wait 150 days.Then you can apply for a work permit (called an EAD – Employment Authorization Document) by filing Form I-765.


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chenal treadwell

Answered 9 months ago

User

The work permit is usually valid for 2 years, and you can renew it while your asylum case is still pending.

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