USCISFinal Rule
Removal of the Automatic Extension of Employment Authorization Documents
Labor & WorkplaceOther
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Summary
This regulation eliminates the automatic renewal of work permits for certain immigrants, requiring them to apply for new permits instead of having them extended automatically. This means people who rely on these permits to legally work in the United States will need to take active steps to renew them or risk losing their work authorization.
Key Points
- 1Work permits will no longer be automatically extended—people must now submit a renewal application before their current permit expires
- 2Affects immigrants in various employment-based visa categories and temporary protected status holders who previously received automatic extensions
- 3People who don't renew their permits on time could lose legal permission to work, potentially leading to job loss
- 4Applicants will need to pay renewal fees and meet current eligibility requirements at the time of reapplication
- 5The rule takes effect after a specific date, giving people a transition period to understand and comply with the new requirements
Key Dates
Published
October 30, 2025
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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