DHS Permanently Increases Automatic Extension Period for Certain EADs

On 12/10/2024, the US Department of Homeland Security announced that it is permanently extending the automatic extension period for certain EAD applicants from 180 to 540 days. Note that not all EAD renewal applicants will benefit from the new rule; for a list of eligible applicants, refer to the USCIS Automatic EAD Extension page.