Work Permit
Employment Authorization Document (work permit) is a document from the INS to authorize an alien to work in the US for a period of time, usually one year. This work authorization allows the work permit holder to legally work for any employer in the US.
An individual can apply for a work permit in the following situations:
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An adjustment of status applicant;
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Spouse of an E1, E2 or L1 visa holder in the US on a derivative visa;
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Spouse and child of a J1 visa holder;
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Optional practical training (OPT) for postgraduate F1 students;
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F1 and J1 students who suffer severe economic hardship;
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K1 and K2 dependents
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Foreign nationals under temporary protected status; and
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Approved asylee or an asylum applicant whose petition for asylum has been pending for more than 180 days.
Contact a Texas Immigration Lawyer at Bertolino LLP
Bertolino LLP maintains offices in Austin, Houston and San Antonio. To reach an attorney in the Austin office, call 512.476.5757. For the San Antonio office, call 210.223.5553. For the Houston office, call 713.225.7474. You may also contact the firm by e-mail.
