EAD 的有效期,由一年改为两年,在排期不当前时。这个新的规定,从 6/30/08 开始。
新规定,只对申请 I-485 的 EAD 生效(C9 类)。
"The new two-year EAD is only available to individuals who have filed to
become a lawful permanent resident (LPR) using a Form I-485, Application to
Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, and filed for employment
authorization under Section 274.a.12(c)(9) of Title 8, Code of Federal
Regulations (8 C.F.R.) but are unable to become an LPR because an immigrant
visa number is not currently available."