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Updated: October 18, 2026 US Work Permit Renewal 2026: EAD Automatic Extension Rule Explained The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has finalized a rule ending automatic extensions of certain Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) when eligible immigrants apply to renew their work permits. The final rule took effect on October 14, 2026, confirming a policy first introduced in October 2025. For many immigrants, the change means that filing Form I-765 before an exis