Notice - Updated USCIS Application for Employment Authorization Form I-765

Sep 17, 2026

This official notice from the Department of State's Office of Foreign Missions (OFM) provides critical guidance regarding the mandatory update to the USCIS Application for Employment Authorization, Form I-765. Following the release of the October 31, 2022 edition, all missions must ensure that previous versions dated July 26, 2022, are no longer utilized for Dependent Work Authorization applications, as they were officially phased out after January 2, 2023. The document directs users to the official USCIS portal for the current form edition and provides supplemental resources, including circular note No. 22-506 and the comprehensive OFM Dependent Work Authorization application guide, to assist missions in maintaining compliance. Dedicated contact information for OFM is provided to resolve further inquiries regarding the submission process or specific program requirements.

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Notice Overview

USCIS Form I-765 Update

Submission Guidance and Resources

FAQs

What is the purpose of this notice?

The notice informs missions that an updated edition of USCIS Form I-765 (dated October 31, 2022) is now required for Dependent Work Authorization applications.

Are previous versions of Form I-765 still valid?

No, the edition dated July 26, 2022, is no longer accepted for submissions after January 2, 2023.

Where can missions find the updated form and additional guidance?

The form is available at the USCIS website (uscis.gov/i-765), and detailed application guidance can be found in the OFM Dependent Work Authorization program guide online.

Sep 17, 2026

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