I am interested in filing the I-485 application concurrently with the I-526 submission once my F-1 visa period ends. What is the typical processing time for the I-485 application, and is it possible to receive the EAD sooner than the I-526 approval? Are there any additional procedures or requirements to consider?
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Yuliya Veremiyenko-Campos
EB-5 Immigration attorneysYou can apply for a work permit and travel document concurrently with your Form I-485. It takes about 3-6 months from filing to get work permit and travel document approved, which come before your I-526 and I-485 are adjudicated. You cannot travel outside the U.S. before receiving the travel document.
Tony W. Wong
EB-5 Immigration attorneysIt normally takes about 3 - 5 months to get the EAD or "combo card," after concurrent filing. The typical processing time for I-485 is about 4 - 6 months after the approval of I-526E. In most cases, you should receive your EAD before the I-526E approval.
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