Emandi Law Firm NEWS ROUNDUP October 31, 2025
Message from Attorney Rani Emandi
For nearly three decades, our firm has stood beside immigrants facing the same feeling that so many are experiencing again today uncertainty. Rules shift, timelines stretch, and lives are paused while waiting for USCIS decisions. At Emandi Law, we understand that your career, family stability, and peace of mind depend on maintaining valid status and uninterrupted work authorization.
Policies evolve, but clarity, preparation, and proactive strategy keep your path steady. If you’re unsure how this new EAD rule or biometric requirement impacts your case, do not wait until your card expires. Contact our office now to review your timeline and secure your work authorization before delays become denials.
You’ve worked too hard to lose status over a preventable gap—and we’re here to make sure you don’t.
USCIS Ends Automatic EAD Extensions – What This Means for You
Effective October 30, 2025, USCIS will no longer automatically extend Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) for most renewal categories.
For years, immigrants and employers relied on the 540-day grace period to stay employed while waiting for renewals. Now, that safety net is gone.
Immigrants Are Facing
- Fear of losing your job while waiting on delayed processing
- Financial pressure if your work authorization lapses
- Employer confusion over I-9 compliance and renewal receipts
- Anxiety about maintaining lawful presence and status continuity
What You Need to Know
- If you filed before October 30, your automatic extension remains valid until USCIS makes a decision.
- If you filed on or after October 30, your work authorization ends the day your current EAD expires unless the new card is approved in time.
- This impacts Adjustment of Status applicants, H-4/L-2 dependents, and TPS holders, among others.
- Employers can no longer accept receipt notices as proof of continued work eligibility.
Emandi Law Tip:
File your renewal at least six months early. Early filing is your best defense against job loss and income interruption. If you’re unsure how the rule applies to your visa category, our attorneys can review your case and map out a filing timeline that protects your work authorization.
Why USCIS Made This Change
DHS states the goal is “enhanced vetting and national security.” But for everyday families, students, and workers, it means more frequent background checks and more waiting without income.
While transparency and security are important, this rule has created a new layer of stress for immigrants who are already under pressure to stay compliant. Our firm continues to track how this affects EAD processing times and will provide real-time updates as USCIS releases more data.
Biometrics Reminder: Don’t Miss Your Appointment
Biometrics including your fingerprint, photograph, and signature are not just procedural. They’re critical to moving your application forward.
Even if USCIS sometimes reuses older biometrics, do not assume you’re exempt. Missing an appointment can delay your approval or even lead to denial.
Emandi Law Checklist
- Log into your USCIS account weekly to check for new notices.
- Attend your ASC appointment exactly as scheduled.
- Bring your appointment letter and valid photo ID.
- If you’ve moved, update your address immediately to avoid missing notices.
Practical Takeaways
-File EAD renewals six months early.
– Don’t assume automatic extensions still apply.
– Confirm if your category (e.g., TPS) has any temporary exception.
– Keep copies of all USCIS receipts and biometrics notices.
– Employers should update I-9 compliance procedures.
Final Thought
Immigration shouldn’t feel like a guessing game. Whether you’re a professional on an H-4 EAD, a student adjusting status, or a dependent spouse maintaining lawful presence, one missed renewal can jeopardize everything.
At Emandi Law, we make sure your timeline stays ahead of USCIS changes—because your family, your career, and your peace of mind deserve stability, not surprises.
Contact us before your card expires. We’ll make sure your work authorization doesn’t.
212-686-7782
