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On Dec. 13, 2024, the Department of Homeland Security published a final rule (89 FR 101208) that permanently increases the automatic extension period of employment authorization and/or Employment Authorization Document (Form I-766 or EAD) validity from up to 180 days to up to 540 days from the expiration date on the face of the EAD.  

Last Updated Date:
08/13/2025
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On Sept. 10, USCIS further extended the validity of Permanent Resident Cards (PRC, or Green Card) from 24 months to 36 months for lawful permanent residents who have filed Form I-90, Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card, to renew their PRC. 

Last Updated Date:
07/31/2025