How to Get a Work Permit in America?

What is Required for a Work Permit in the USA?

To work in the USA, you must have a valid work permit, also known as an Employment Authorization Card (EAD), which proudly displays your full name.

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When you receive your work permit, you will also receive a Social Security Number (SSN). Think of it as a crucial TR Identity number. This number is essential as it allows you to pay taxes on your earnings while working in the USA. Without an SSN, you will be unable to work in the USA.

How to Get a Work Permit in America?

Once you have been granted a Green Card, it will be sent to you automatically. With a Green Card, you can legally reside and work in the USA. While some individuals may obtain this card through the Green Card lottery, there are alternative means to obtain a work permit if you didn't get selected in the lottery.**

Under the Trump administration, obtaining an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) or a Green Card has become increasingly challenging. While the simplest method used to be to obtain a direct work permit with the sponsorship of a company owner, this is no longer a viable option as work permits are now only granted to individuals with an annual salary exceeding $100K. Consequently, most companies have stopped sponsoring EADs. The best course of action is for companies to sponsor your EAD. Other options include the H-1 visa or a work visa.

The second option is to get married. By marrying an American, you can obtain your Green Card and work permit directly. It's important to note, though, that these documents are not granted immediately on the day of your marriage. However, this is still a viable option to consider.

To obtain employment authorization in the US, you must complete and submit the I-765 form (Application for Employment Authorization) to USCIS, the US immigration office. The form can be accessed via the following link. The fee for this form is $495 and must be paid by check when submitting the application.

After submitting your form to USCIS, it usually takes 6.5 to 8.5 months for them to process it, although processing times may vary from state to state.

If a company has sponsored you, they can fill out this form directly and make the application on your behalf.

I'm Thinking of Coming to an English School. Can I Work in the USA?

Yes, it is not possible to work in the United States without a Social Security Number (SSN). However, there are some schools that offer an SSN and a one-year work permit with the SSN they provide. This option is usually available for graduate students, but some language schools may also provide it. You can be confident that if you are eligible for this program, you will have the opportunity to work legally in the United States.

Before enrolling in the school, you can inquire whether they provide an SSN.

If you do not possess a work permit in the United States and require income, you will typically have to seek employment as a waitress or in comparable positions. However, life is not always a bed of roses, and there is no such thing as utopia 🙂

Can I perform all these operations by myself?

To ensure the smooth handling of these procedures, it is highly recommended to hire an experienced immigration lawyer. Even if you possess a good command of English, you may still overlook critical details that only a professional could identify. Investing around $500 for a lawyer to handle these transactions is the most logical decision. If you need help with finding a Turkish immigration lawyer, feel free to contact me.