USCIS Temporarily Increases Automatic Extension Periods for Certain EADs

On 4/8/2024, USCIS published a new temporary final rule extending the automatic extension period for certain EAD applicants from 180 to 540 days. This rule will be effective from 4/8/2024 until 9/20/2027 and will affect extension requests filed between 10/27/2023 and 9/30/2025. Note that not all EAD renewal applicants will benefit from the new temporary rule; for a list of eligible applicants, refer to this USCIS overview.