Green card based on marriage.?
I am already in rhe USA.
Answer:
file I-765, i think you can even file it online. you cannot work until it is approved. you can apply to extend it if your I-485 takes longer than the EAD duration, and you should apply 3-6 months prior to the expiration. If it expires without the extension being granted, you have to stop working until the approval is given, so apply to extend as early as they will let you. I have seen I-765s take 5 months or more. YOu often can get an interim EAD once the case is pending 90 days or more, but not if they issue an RFE on the case. Apply early and apply often!!
Someday they will wise up and make I-485 related EADs valid for 2 or 3 years or link the validity to the pendency of the I-485 so people don't have to clog the system with renewal after renewal, but you know how government operates (notice I didn't say how it "works"?).
Yes...go to the Department of Homeland Security Web site and it will tell you all the forms and fees you have to pay...it is in all about 1K dollars...and you can not legally work until you get your work permit...that comes first...it takes two to three years to get your Green Card
Yes, the EAD isn't equal to a green card. Contact your local USCIS office to ask them the question, they can give you all the details. The have given you a phone number for all your questions while processing.
if you are married more than 2 years prior to getting your greencard, then you can work legally, otherwise it would say you are restricted...I suggested that you go to your local INS office and ask to be sure.
you can if you want to work soon... but just applying does not allow you to work.... and the application can take 1-2 yrs.
I applied for one just for an ID for some places to prove you are here legally while you wait if you need to update your driver's license or anything!
You better go get an immigration lawyer.
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