Helena Lee Smith
Aug 2, 2025
EAD Expedite Case
I just received my work permit (EAD) approval — and I want to share my journey in case it helps someone out there going through the same thing.
My EAD is based on a family petition (I-485 Adjustment of Status). I submitted my application on June 24, and I was originally scheduled for biometrics on July 30. But before that, I had submitted multiple expedite requests due to financial hardship — I was in a really difficult situation, with debt and a job offer I couldn’t accept without the EAD.
After doing more research and asking questions, I found out I could reschedule my biometrics appointment to an earlier date. So I did — I went in on July 28 instead.
Right after my biometrics that same day, I contacted USCIS again for my expedite request. An USCIS agent told me I would receive a notification for a callback from a Tier 2 officer — but I never got the message. Instead, they called me directly on July 30.
And on August 1st — I received my EAD approval notice.
it’s important to mention that I submitted evidence of financial loss and proof of a job offer that I was at risk of losing.
It’s been an emotional ride, but I just want to say: Don’t give up. Advocate for yourself. Be proactive.
Based on a pending I-485 adjustment application
Total Days: 43 days
Case
2025-06-24
2025-08-06
I-765
43 Days
National Benefits Center: I-765
Timeline Map
2025-06-24
I-765
Submission to USCIS
2025-08-06
I-765
D+43
Decision (Approval or Denial)
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F AAug 2, 2025
what the status of your I-485
m mAug 2, 2025
oh wow. I’m here 66 days post interview without approval so 38 days it’s bad lol
Helena Lee SmithAug 2, 2025
im waiting for the case decision on my I-485, I only have my EAD approved
Bryant BlakesAug 3, 2025
hi the I-485 form for adjustment of status takes a while I'm in the process of waiting filing for my wife here at the San Antonio service center in Texas our processing time is 13 months.
Helena Lee SmithAug 3, 2025
thank you Bryant I’m on NBC, I also aware of it, not rushing on my I-485. was needing my EAD to work.
Claire BuendiaAug 4, 2025
What financial loss evidence did you submit? Did you do it yourself or with a lawyer? Thanks
S cAug 12, 2025
I have the same question as Claire! did you require a written ledger from employer or just the job offer? also I’m assuming you wrote a 1 page personal statement on your expedite reasoning. Thanks!
Helena Lee SmithAug 12, 2025
I did everything by my self, a job offer letter with deadline. CC overdue statements, phone overdue statements. that’s it
