Direct Filing Addresses for Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization
If you are filing Form I-765 with another form, file both forms at the location specified by the other form. For example, if you are filing Form I-765 with a Form I-539, file both forms according to the Form I-539 instructions. Use addresses below only when you are NOT submitting Form I-765 with another form.
Asylees/refugees and their spouses and children
| Eligibility Category 8 CFR 274a.12 This is the category you selected in question 20 on Form I-765 | Category Description | Filing Location |
|---|---|---|
| (a)(3) | Refugee | USCIS Phoenix or Dallas Lockbox, based on where you live (Go to the USCIS Phoenix and Dallas Lockbox facilities chart for the address) |
| (a)(4) | Paroled as a refugee | USCIS Phoenix or Dallas Lockbox, based on where you live (Go to the USCIS Phoenix and Dallas Lockbox facilities chart for the address) |
| (a)(5) | Asylee (Granted asylum) | USCIS Phoenix or Dallas Lockbox, based on where you live (Go to the USCIS Phoenix and Dallas Lockbox facilities chart for the address) |
| (c)(8) | Asylum applicant | USCIS Dallas Lockbox For U.S. Postal Service (USPS): USCIS For FedEx, UPS, and DHL deliveries: USCIS |
Asylum applicant if:
| Mail to the USCIS service center where you are filing your asylum application |
Categories based on nationality
Eligibility Category 8 CFR | Category Description | Filing Location |
|---|---|---|
| (a)(8) | Admitted as citizen of Micronesia, the Marshall Islands, or Palau | USCIS Phoenix or Dallas Lockbox, based on where you live (Go to the USCIS Phoenix and Dallas Lockbox facilities chart for the address) |
| (a)(11) | Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) granted | See the DED page. File according to the most recent Federal Register notice for your country’s DED order. |
| (a)(12) | Temporary Protected Status (TPS) granted | See the TPS page for instructions in the Federal Register notice for your country’s TPS designation |
| TPS granted - replacement of a valid lost, stolen or mutilated employment authorization card | See the TPS page for instructions in the Federal Register notice for your country’s TPS designation | |
Employment authorization card contains an error not attributable to USCIS Example: Applicant provided incorrect biographical information on Form I-765 or the Form I-821 for TPS | See the TPS page for instructions in the Federal Register notice for your country’s TPS designation | |
Employment authorization card contains a USCIS error Example: The name on the EAD is spelled incorrectly and does not correspond with the information you provided. A fee is not required. | File to the service center that approved your employment authorization card. You can find this information on your I-797 notice. Please use one of the following addresses: USCIS California Service Center USCIS USCIS Nebraska Service Center USCIS USCIS Texas Service Center USCIS USCIS Vermont Service Center USCIS | |
| (c)(2) | Spouse or dependent of an E-1 nonimmigrant employee of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office (TECRO) | USCIS Phoenix or Dallas Lockbox, based on where you live (Go to the USCIS Phoenix and Dallas Lockbox facilities chart for the address) |
| (c)(10) | Applicant for Section 244 suspension of deportation or 240A cancellation of removal (applicants who are NOT eligible for NACARA 203 relief) | USCIS Chicago Lockbox For U.S. Postal Service (USPS): USCIS
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| Applicant for special rule cancellation of removal under NACARA | USCIS Phoenix or Dallas Lockbox, based on where you live (Go to the USCIS Phoenix and Dallas Lockbox facilities chart for the address) | |
| (c)(19) | Temporary treatment benefits while an application for temporary protected status (TPS) is pending or an application to extend TPS status is pending | Please refer to the Federal Register notice or TPS page for more information on where to file your form and to see if online filing is available for your designated country. If you experience issues related to your (c)(19) card, please follow the (a)(12) instructions which correspond to your respective card issue. |
Foreign Students
Eligibility Category 8 CFR | Category Description | Filing Location |
|---|---|---|
(c)(3)(i) | F-1 Optional Practical Training (OPT) NOTE: Do not write (c)(3)(i) as your category on your application. Use one of the following categories instead:
| USCIS Phoenix or Dallas Lockbox, based on where you live (Go to the USCIS Phoenix and Dallas Lockbox facilities chart for the address) |
| (c)(3)(ii) | F-1 offered off-campus employment under the sponsorship of a qualifying international organization | USCIS Phoenix or Dallas Lockbox, based on where you live (Go to the USCIS Phoenix and Dallas Lockbox facilities chart for the address) |
| (c)(3)(iii) | F-1 seeking off-campus employment due to severe economic hardship | USCIS Phoenix or Dallas Lockbox, based on where you live (Go to the USCIS Phoenix and Dallas Lockbox facilities chart for the address) |
| (c)(5) | Spouse/dependent of J-1 exchange visitor (J-2 nonimmigrant status) | USCIS Phoenix or Dallas Lockbox, based on where you live (Go to the USCIS Phoenix and Dallas Lockbox facilities chart for the address) |
| (c)(6) | M-1 student seeking practical training after completing studies | USCIS Phoenix or Dallas Lockbox, based on where you live (Go to the USCIS Phoenix and Dallas Lockbox facilities chart for the address) |
Eligible dependents of employees of diplomatic missions, international organizations, or NATO
Eligibility Category under 8 CFR | Category Description | Filing Location |
|---|---|---|
| (c)(1) | Spouse/dependent of A-1 or A-2 foreign government official | Submit your completed and signed Form I-765 package, including Form I-566, to the Department of State office in Washington, DC, through your diplomatic mission or international organization. Go to the State Department’s website for more information. |
| (c)(4) | Spouse/dependent of G-1, G-3, or G-4 nonimmigrant | Submit your completed and signed Form I-765 package, including Form I-566, to the Department of State office in Washington, DC, through your diplomatic mission or international organization. Go to the State Department’s website for more information. In New York City, the United Nations (UN) and UN missions must submit the package to the U.S. Mission to the UN (USUN). |
| (c)(7) | Dependent of NATO-1 through NATO-6 | If you are a dependent of a NATO nonimmigrant who is stationed at the Supreme Allied Command Transformation, NATO/HQ (NATO/HQ SACT), submit your completed and signed Form I-765 package, including Form I-566, to: USLO to NATO/HQ SACT If you are a dependent of a NATO nonimmigrant who is stationed outside of NATO/HQ SACT, submit your completed and signed Form I-765 package, including Form I-566, to the Defense Attaché’s Office at the embassy of the NATO member that employs your NATO nonimmigrant relative. For more details on NATO member embassy contacts and on the required documents, visit the State Department’s Office of Foreign Missions page and search for “Dependent Work Authorization”. If you have questions about the process or document requirements, email OFM-EAD@state.gov. |
Employment-based nonimmigrants
Eligibility Category 8 CFR | Category Description | Filing Location |
|---|---|---|
(a)(17) |
| USCIS Phoenix or Dallas Lockbox, based on where you live (Go to the USCIS Phoenix and Dallas Lockbox facilities chart for the address) |
| (a)(18) | Spouse of an L-1 intracompany transferee | USCIS Phoenix or Dallas Lockbox, based on where you live (Go to the USCIS Phoenix and Dallas Lockbox facilities chart for the address) |
| (c)(12) | Spouse of an E-2 CNMI Investor | USCIS Phoenix Lockbox For U.S. Postal Service (USPS): USCIS
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| (c)(17)(i) | B-1 nonimmigrant who is the personal or domestic servant of a nonimmigrant employer | USCIS Phoenix or Dallas Lockbox, based on where you live (Go to the USCIS Phoenix and Dallas Lockbox facilities chart for the address) |
| (c)(17)(ii) | B-1 nonimmigrant who is a domestic servant of a U.S. citizen | USCIS Phoenix or Dallas Lockbox, based on where you live (Go to the USCIS Phoenix and Dallas Lockbox facilities chart for the address) |
| (c)(17)(iii) | B-1 nonimmigrant employed by a foreign airline | USCIS Phoenix or Dallas Lockbox, based on where you live (Go to the USCIS Phoenix and Dallas Lockbox facilities chart for the address) |
| (c)(26) | H-4 spouse of an H-1B nonimmigrant, and the receipt number of your H-1B principal spouse’s most recent Form I-797 Notice of Approval for Form I-129 begins with EAC or LIN | USCIS Dallas Lockbox For U.S. Postal Service (USPS): USCIS
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| H-4 spouse of an H-1B nonimmigrant, and the receipt number of your H-1B principal spouse’s most recent Form I-797 Notice of Approval for Form I-129 begins with WAC | USCIS Phoenix Lockbox For U.S. Postal Service (USPS): USCIS
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| (c)(35) | Principal beneficiary of an approved employment-based immigrant petition who is facing compelling circumstances | USCIS Phoenix or Dallas Lockbox, based on where you live (Go to the USCIS Phoenix and Dallas Lockbox facilities chart for the address) |
| (c)(36) | Dependent spouse or unmarried child of a principal beneficiary of an employment-based immigrant petition who is facing compelling circumstances | USCIS Phoenix or Dallas Lockbox, based on where you live (Go to the USCIS Phoenix and Dallas Lockbox facilities chart for the address) |
Family-based nonimmigrants
Eligibility Category 8 CFR | Category Description | Filing Location |
|---|---|---|
| (a)(6) | K-1 nonimmigrant fiancé of a U.S. citizen or K-2 dependent | USCIS Phoenix or Dallas Lockbox, based on where you live (Go to the USCIS Phoenix and Dallas Lockbox facilities chart for the address) Please note that this employment authorization document (EAD) will only be valid for the 90-day K-1 admission period. After you marry, you may file for an EAD when you apply for lawful permanent resident status. |
| (a)(9) | K-3 nonimmigrant spouse of a U.S. citizen or K-4 dependent | USCIS Phoenix or Dallas Lockbox, based on where you live (Go to the USCIS Phoenix and Dallas Lockbox facilities chart for the address) |
| (a)(13) | IMMACT Family Unity granted | USCIS Phoenix or Dallas Lockbox, based on where you live (Go to the USCIS Phoenix and Dallas Lockbox facilities chart for the address) |
| (a)(14) | LIFE Act Family Unity granted | USCIS Chicago Lockbox For U.S. Postal Service (USPS): USCIS For FedEx, UPS, and DHL deliveries: USCIS |
| (a)(15) | V-1, V-2, or V-3 nonimmigrant | USCIS Chicago Lockbox For U.S. Postal Service (USPS): USCIS For FedEx, UPS, and DHL deliveries: USCIS |
If You Have a Pending Adjustment of Status Application
Eligibility Category 8 CFR | Category Description | Filing Location |
|---|---|---|
| (c)(9) | Pending family-based Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Resident or Adjust Status and:
OR
| USCIS Chicago Lockbox For U.S. Postal Service (USPS): USCIS For FedEx, UPS, and DHL deliveries: USCIS |
Pending employment-based Form I-485 | USCIS Phoenix or Dallas Lockbox, based on where you live (Go to the USCIS Phoenix and Dallas Lockbox facilities chart for the address) | |
| (c)(16) | Registry applicant based on continuous residence since January 1, 1972 | USCIS Chicago Lockbox For U.S. Postal Service (USPS): USCIS For FedEx, UPS, and DHL deliveries: USCIS |
Other categories
Eligibility Category 8 CFR | Category Description | Filing Location |
|---|---|---|
| (a)(2) | Temporary Resident | USCIS Chicago Lockbox For U.S. Postal Service (USPS): USCIS
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| (a)(7) | N-8 or N-9 nonimmigrant | USCIS Phoenix or Dallas Lockbox, based on where you live (go to the USCIS Phoenix and Dallas Lockbox facilities chart for the address) |
| (a)(10) | Granted withholding of deportation or removal | USCIS Chicago Lockbox For U.S. Postal Service (USPS): USCIS For FedEx, UPS, and DHL deliveries: USCIS |
| (a)(16) | T-1 nonimmigrant | For both U.S. Postal Service and private courier deliveries: USCIS |
| (a)(19) | U-1 nonimmigrant | USCIS |
| (a)(20) | U-2, U-3, U-4, or U-5 nonimmigrant | USCIS |
| (c)(11) | Paroled in the public interest | USCIS Chicago Lockbox For U.S. Postal Service (USPS): USCIS For FedEx, UPS, and DHL deliveries: USCIS |
| (c)(14) | Deferred action granted | USCIS Chicago Lockbox For U.S. Postal Service (USPS): USCIS For FedEx, UPS, and DHL deliveries: USCIS |
| (c)(18) | Under a final order of deportation or removal and an order of supervision | USCIS Chicago Lockbox For U.S. Postal Service (USPS): USCIS For FedEx, UPS, and DHL deliveries: USCIS |
| (c)(20) | Pending Form I-700, Application for Temporary Resident Status as a Special Agricultural Worker Under Section 210 of the Immigration and Nationality Act | USCIS Phoenix or Dallas Lockbox, based on where you live (Go to the USCIS Phoenix and Dallas Lockbox facilities chart for the address) |
| (c)(21) | S nonimmigrant | Do not use Form I-765. See the S nonimmigrant page for more information. |
| (c)(22) | Pending Form I-687, Application for Temporary Resident Status under INA Section 245A | USCIS Chicago Lockbox For U.S. Postal Service (USPS): USCIS-NWIRP For FedEx, UPS, and DHL deliveries: USCIS |
| (c)(23) | Q nonimmigrant | Do not use Form I-765. Use Form I 94. |
| (c)(24) | LIFE Legalization applicant | USCIS Chicago Lockbox For U.S. Postal Service (USPS): USCIS For FedEx, UPS, and DHL deliveries: USCIS |
| (c)(25) | T-2, T-3, or T-4 nonimmigrant | For both U.S. Postal Service and private courier deliveries: USCIS |
| (c)(31) | VAWA self-petitioners | For both U.S. Postal Service and private courier deliveries: USCIS |
(c)(33)
| Consideration of deferred action for childhood arrivals (DACA) when applying for a replacement EAD if it has been lost, stolen, or destroyed; or contains incorrect information (that is not due to USCIS error) | Mail your Form I-765 to the Form I-821D filing address |
| (c)(34) | Spouse of an International Entrepreneur Parolee | See International Entrepreneur Parole page |
E-Notification: If you want to receive an email and/or a text message that USCIS has accepted your Form I-765, complete Form G-1145, E-Notification of Application/Petition Acceptance, and attach it to the first page of your application.