USCIS has announced that processing times for Employment Authorization Documents (EAD) based on pending asylum applications (Form I-765) have reached up to 12 months for 80% of cases at Service Center Operations. This significant delay underscores the ongoing backlog faced by asylum applicants who are waiting to work legally while their cases are pending.
Key Details:
- Processing time: Up to 12 months for 80% of cases
- Form affected: Employment Authorization Document (Form I-765)
- Context: Applies to applicants with pending asylum cases
- Impact: Delays in legal work authorization for asylum seekers
The prolonged processing times continue to affect many immigrants seeking to establish their lives in the U.S. while awaiting their asylum decisions. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: @dysonsphere01