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This video explains how to apply for a work permit BY MAIL as an asylum seeker. If you want to apply ONLINE instead, you can watch this video:    • How to apply for a work permit ONLINE...  

This video shows you step-by-step how to fill out a work permit application, called Form I-765, as an asylum seeker. This video applies to you if you have already submitted an asylum application (Form I-589). You can find more information about work permits here: https://help.asylumadvocacy.org/work-....

It is no longer necessary to include your ASAP membership card in your work permit application. However, if you do include your ASAP membership card, it will not negatively affect your work permit application.

0:00 - Introduction
0:47 - Section 1: General information about work permits for asylum seekers
1:33 - Section 2: How to find the work permit application
3:05 - Section 3: Parts 1 and 2 of the work permit application
18:36 - Section 4: Part 3 of the work permit application
21:29 - Section 5: Parts 4, 5 and 6 of the work permit application
24:29 - Section 6: What to submit with the work permit application
29:14 - Section 7: Where to send your work permit application
31:25 - Section 8: Applying for a work permit and social security number for your child

*Find more information about work permits here, including a sample work permit application package: https://help.asylumadvocacy.org/work-....

*Watch this video about the asylum clock:    • Asylum Clock  

*Download the work permit application (Form I-765): https://www.uscis.gov/i-765

*If you entered with a visa, find your Form I-94: https://i94.cbp.dhs.gov/I94/#/home

*Read more about Travel Documents: https://www.uscis.gov/green-card/gree...

*Download Form G-1145: https://www.uscis.gov/g-1145

*Download Form I-912 Request for Fee Waiver: https://www.uscis.gov/i-912

*Learn about ASAP Membership: https://www.asylumadvocacy.org/members/

*See an example of a certificate of translation: https://help.asylumadvocacy.org/wp-co...

*Where to submit your work permit application: https://www.uscis.gov/i-765-addresses

*Find legal assistance: https://help.asylumadvocacy.org/find-....

*For more information visit the Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project (ASAP)’s website at: https://help.asylumadvocacy.org/.

Note: This information is for individuals seeking asylum in the United States and is not a substitute for advice from an attorney.