USCIS Form I-765 – Fillable PDF for Employment Authorization

Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization, is the official USCIS document you need to request an Employment Authorization Document (EAD). With Formize, you can download a fully fillable PDF, complete it directly in your browser, and avoid the hassle of printing and scanning.

What Is Form I-765?

The I-765 allows eligible non‑citizens to obtain permission to work in the United States. It is used for a variety of immigration statuses, including DACA recipients, asylum seekers, and F‑1 students applying for Optional Practical Training (OPT).

Key Eligibility Categories

• Asylee or refugee
• F‑1 students (OPT and STEM extensions)
• DACA recipients
• Adjustment of status applicants
• Temporary protected status (TPS) beneficiaries

How to Fill the Fillable I-765 PDF

Follow the simple steps below – no PDF editor required. The Formize PDF Filler loads automatically when you click the button.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Leaving any required field blank.
• Submitting a photo that is mounted or retouched.
• Using the wrong filing fee amount.
• Signing the form with a stylus instead of a typed signature (Formize adds a digital signature field).

After completing the form, download the finished PDF, print it, sign it where required, and mail it to the USCIS address listed for your eligibility category.