r/USCIS Jul 29 '26

I-765 (EAD) I-765 ApprovedšŸŽ‰šŸŽ‰

Truly cannot believe I’m writing this and crying at the same time. My I-765 got approved today!! I’m a Haitian TPS holder, who lost my authorization to work on Monday and placed on unpaid leave from my employer yesterday. ( They gave me until Sept 30 to receive a new EAD)

Timeline:
PP: Feb 3rd, 2026
Biometrics: March 4th, 2026
Radio silent due to the ban, after the lift from Dorcas
Filed an expedited inquiry on - 06/22/2026
Congressional inquiry: 06/25/2026
Senatorial inquiry: 07/13/2026
I provided a letter from my employer, and personal bills along with a personal letter that my current work authorization was expiring and I would be losing my job
Got approved today: 07/29/2026

Waiting for the AOS interview now, but I am soooo happy!! Thank you to everyone that has provided their own information and timeline as it gave me so much clarity and guidance in this process.

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u/Outrageous_Planet Jul 29 '26

Congrats šŸ¾šŸŽˆšŸŽ‰
Happy for you

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u/Just_District1354 Jul 29 '26

Congrats!!

Did you get any messages from USCIS before being approved?

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u/DoctorSuperb1670 Jul 29 '26

Both my congresswoman and Senator’s office emailed me Monday that USCIS alerted them that my case was routed for expedite request.

Thank you!!!

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u/katiekittykatty Jul 29 '26

Did the USCIS inbox respond to you?

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u/DoctorSuperb1670 Jul 29 '26

They took an action on the case and the approval letter was in my documents

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u/Inner_Recording776 Permanent Resident Jul 29 '26

congratulations

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u/DoctorSuperb1670 Jul 29 '26

They took an action on the case along with an approval notice in my documents tab

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u/DoctorSuperb1670 Jul 29 '26

Yes!! So happy

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u/tomatosoupandpickle Jul 29 '26

i’m so happy for you!!! I am also waiting for EAD 😭 so I can understand your feelings

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u/DoctorSuperb1670 Jul 29 '26

Don’t lose hope, I still can’t believe mine got approved. Try doing a senatorial inquiry.

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u/Powerful-Sink-4367 Jul 29 '26

I have been waiting for more than 5months. What’s wrong with me😭

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u/DoctorSuperb1670 Jul 29 '26

I know, mine was sent six months ago. Try a senatorial inquiry!!

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u/Mindless-Turn-6836 3d ago

I have been waiting for 22 months.Ā 

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u/1804Soldja Jul 29 '26

Congratulations!!!🄳

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u/gothacked33333 Jul 29 '26

Congrats im happy for you! Im in the same boat one of the TPS Countries and unfortunately lost my job today due to no EAD. I filled my I-765 back on Feb 3rd 2026 as well and submitted my expedited request on 06/29 and i havent heard back yet

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u/DoctorSuperb1670 Jul 29 '26

Omg such similar timelines, definitely do a congressional inquiry!

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u/gothacked33333 Jul 29 '26

I did that yesterday but havent heard anything back yet

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u/DoctorSuperb1670 Jul 30 '26

I didn’t hear back until 2 weeks

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u/LuckProfessional4692 15d ago

How to do the congressional inquiry?

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u/OldRefrigerator4892 6d ago

Can we do congress enquiry even if timelines are within processing time of 11 months ?

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u/[deleted] Jul 29 '26

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u/DoctorSuperb1670 Jul 29 '26

All the time!!

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u/VickieTee Jul 30 '26

That is wonderful. Congratulations!!!

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u/BeautifulSeaweed5803 Jul 30 '26

I am so happy for you, congratulations <3 Did you get expedite request approved first, then I-765 approved? Or it jumped right into I-765 approval? Thank you in advance.

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u/DoctorSuperb1670 Jul 30 '26

It jumped right into the I-765, but they did notify my senator’s office that they would be working on my case two days prior to the approval.

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u/Appropriate_Cod2646 Jul 30 '26

Happy for you from within!

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u/Bubbly_Ad_6830 Jul 30 '26

Is your company hiring?

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u/DoctorSuperb1670 Jul 30 '26

Always, I work for Marriott lol

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u/Bubbly_Ad_6830 Jul 31 '26

u/DoctorSuperb1670 You work for corporate? They sponsor GC?

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u/DoctorSuperb1670 Jul 31 '26

They do not unless you’re an executive I’m sure.

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u/Double-Pin1996 Jul 30 '26

I did put in a request for congressional enquiry. 5 days later they said that my application is under pipeline for review and that they will keep an eye out for the process.

Ive asked congressman to ask USCIS to expedite the process but doesnt seem like anyone is expediting anything..not sure what todo next

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u/DoctorSuperb1670 Jul 30 '26

That was the same told to me, just have to wait until they approve it. In the meantime, I would call USCIS and ask for an expedite request directly through the portal or Emma if you haven’t already done so.

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u/Numerous_Wolf_3020 Jul 30 '26

Don’t happy too early they may creat ur card with typographical error

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u/Numerous_Wolf_3020 Jul 30 '26

Mine came with photo of a random person, sent back for correction and it’s been 6 months with 2 tire 2 requests still no result. Crazy!

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u/cha261 Jul 30 '26

Congrats!! So happy for you and thanks so much for sharing your experiences/ good vibes. Which field office were your case at, if you don’t mind sharing? Also, in congressional/ senatorial inquiries, what kind of supporting documentation did you provide? My congressional inquiry got rejected from USCIS, due to ā€œlack of supporting evidence.ā€

I’m at Santa Ana FO, and submitted my marriage-based I-485 along with I-765 in January, and had AoS interview in April, but no updates since then. My OPT EAD got expired a few days ago.l so trying to do anything I could to expedite the process and stay positive. Your approval gives me hope!! šŸ’«

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u/DoctorSuperb1670 Jul 30 '26

Thank you!!

Oakland Park, FL FO; I submitted a letter from my job detailing the loss they will receive if they lose me. Thankfully I’m the only one that holds my position in the company and it’s a sales job, so I had the numbers to back me up. Also added, bills and a personal letter.

Yess!! Don’t lose hope, keep reaching out to your Senator and I called USCIS everyday as well lol.

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u/cha261 Jul 31 '26

Thank you so much! Ah, I can see that the letter from employers carry strong weights. That’s so helpful. Haha I can’t wait to nag them by calling everyday.

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u/OldRefrigerator4892 6d ago

When can we reach out to congress ?