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USCIS Announces Employment Authorization Procedures for Palestinians Covered by Deferred Enforced Departure

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USCIS published procedures allowing Palestinians covered by Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) to apply for Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) valid through August 13, 2025. Eligible Palestinians can now request work permits under this humanitarian protection status. Applications must be submitted before the August 2025 expiration date.
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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services today posted a Federal Register notice establishing procedures for Palestinians covered by Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) to apply for Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) that will be valid through Aug. 13, 2025.

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