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Form I-765V: Application for Employment Authorization for Abused Nonimmigrant Spouse

Form I-765V is the Application for Employment Authorization for an Abused Nonimmigrant Spouse. It is filed by a nonimmigrant spouse who has been a victim of battery or extreme cruelty by a U.S. citizen or permanent‑resident spouse.

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USCIS Form I-765V - Application for Employment Authorization for Abused Nonimmigrant Spouse

Form I-765V is the Application for Employment Authorization for an Abused Nonimmigrant Spouse. It is filed by a nonimmigrant spouse who has been a victim of battery or extreme cruelty by a U.S. citizen or permanent‑resident spouse.

It collects personal data, immigration status, details of the abuse, and the spouse’s U.S. citizenship or residency information.

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  • 1A single missing signature can invalidate the entire application.
  • 2Missing signature or date
  • 3Incorrect filing fee amount
  • 4Omitting police or medical documentation of abuse
  • 5Using an outdated edition of the form

Plain English

If you are married to a U.S. citizen or green‑card holder and have suffered abuse, you can ask USCIS for a work permit using this form. It lets you legally work while your immigration case proceeds.

Submission Date

  • Filing date: File after you have been a victim of battery or extreme cruelty and before your current work authorization (if any) expires. No statutory deadline, but filing early avoids gaps in employment eligibility.
  • Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
  • Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.

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Glossary Terms

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What this form is for

  • Use this form when you are an abused nonimmigrant spouse seeking work authorization.
  • Do not use it if you are not a victim of battery or extreme cruelty.
  • If you are filing for a different category (e.g., asylum, DACA), check the appropriate I-765 category.

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Use this form or another form?

Victim of a crime not related to marriage

Requires a different certification from law enforcement

✓ Verify the crime type before filing

I-918, Supplement B

Spouse of a U.S. citizen without abuse claim

No abuse documentation needed

✓ Use the standard work‑permit form

I-765 (regular)

Deadline or filing window

There is no fixed deadline, but filing before your current employment authorization expires prevents a gap in work eligibility. If you have a pending adjustment of status, submit I-765V as soon as you have the abuse documentation to avoid delays.

  • —Filing fee | $410 (as of 2024) | Total fee due | Verify fee on USCIS website before payment

Checklist

What you need before filling it out

1

Section 1 – Personal info

Government‑issued ID (passport, visa) · Passport biographic page

⚠ Misspelled name✕ High
2

Section 2 – Abuse details

Police report or protective order · Local law‑enforcement agency

⚠ Unclear date of incident✕ Medium
3

Section 3 – Spouse’s status

Copy of abusive spouse’s U.S. passport or green‑card · Spouse’s document

⚠ Blurred copy✕ High
4

Signature block

Applicant’s signature · Hand‑signed on paper

⚠ Missing or typed signature✕ Critical
5

Fee payment

Check or money order · Payable to ‘U.S. Department of Homeland Security’

⚠ Wrong payee name✕ High

Before you submit

  1. 1Use the 02/02/2024 edition of Form I-765V
  2. 2Complete every required field in black ink or PDF form
  3. 3Attach a clear copy of a police report or protective order
  4. 4Include a medical or psychological report if available
  5. 5Provide a copy of the abusive spouse’s U.S. citizenship or residency proof
  6. 6Include the correct filing fee or approved fee waiver request
  7. 7Sign and date the form
  8. 8Make a photocopy of the entire packet for your records
  9. 9Mail using a trackable service to the correct USCIS lockbox
  10. 10Confirm receipt date on the tracking number

How to file this form

  1. 1Download the latest I-765V PDF from USCIS.gov
  2. 2Fill out the form electronically or by hand in black ink
  3. 3Gather supporting documents: police report, medical records, spouse’s proof of status
  4. 4Prepare the filing fee payment or fee waiver request
  5. 5Assemble the packet in the order listed in the instructions
  6. 6Sign the form and date it
  7. 7Mail the packet via USPS Priority Mail with tracking to the designated lockbox

Known limitations

  1. 1USCIS does not publish a processing‑time guarantee for I-765V
  2. 2The form does not accept electronic signatures for paper filing
  3. 3Fee amounts may change; always verify on the USCIS fee page
  4. 4Evidence requirements can vary by field office; consult local guidance if unsure

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Compact field-by-field guide

9 fields

Employee Info

3 items

Full Legal Name

Your legal first, middle, and last name as shown on your immigration documents.

Requiredtext
Date of Birth

MM/DD/YYYY from your passport or birth certificate.

Requireddate
SSN or A-Number

Social Security Number or Alien Registration Number.

text

Work Authorization

1 items

Work Authorization Status

Select your status: U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or alien authorized to work.

Requiredselect

Documents

1 items

Acceptable Documents

List A (identity + work authorization) OR List B (identity) + List C (work authorization) documents.

Requiredtext

Employer Info

2 items

Employer Name and Business Address

The hiring employer's legal name and physical address.

Requiredtext
Employer EIN

The employer's federal tax ID number.

Requiredein

Signatures

2 items

Employee Signature

Certifies the information provided is true and correct.

Requiredsignature
Employer Signature

Authorized representative certifies document examination.

Requiredsignature
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Current form status
USCIS

Check the USCIS website for the latest edition date and filing fee. The form is currently at version dated 02/02/2024.

What changed or needs a fresh check

  • Edition date – verify the form is the 02/02/2024 version
  • Fee – confirm current fee on the USCIS fee schedule
  • Mailing address – use the lockbox address for your state
  • Signature – original handwritten signature required unless filing electronically
  • Document format – PDFs must be clear and legible

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Quick Facts

The abused nonimmigrant spouse files the form; the abusive spouse does not sign.
It collects personal data, immigration status, details of the abuse, and the spouse’s U.S. citizenship or residency information.
File after you have been a victim of battery or extreme cruelty and before your current work authorization (if any) expires. No statutory deadline, but filing early avoids gaps in employment eligibility.
Mail the completed form, required evidence, and filing fee to the USCIS lockbox listed in the Form I-765V instructions. Some locations also accept electronic filing through myUSCIS when the option is available.
Errors can delay the work permit, trigger a Request for Evidence, or lead to denial, leaving the applicant without legal employment.
1. Download the latest I-765V PDF from USCIS. 2. Fill in all required fields in black ink or electronically. 3. Assemble supporting evidence (police report, medical records, affidavit). 4. Include the filing fee or fee waiver request. 5. Sign and date the form. 6. Mail the package using a trackable service.

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After you file

  1. 1Save the tracking number and confirm delivery
  2. 2Create a USCIS online account to receive case updates
  3. 3Mark the receipt date on your calendar; USCIS will mail a receipt notice (Form I-797C)
  4. 4Monitor the case status online using the receipt number
  5. 5If you receive a Request for Evidence, respond within the given deadline
  6. 6Keep copies of all correspondence and evidence for future immigration filings

Sources

  • SRCUSCIS Form I-765V instructionsprovides purpose and eligibility
  • SRCUSCIS fee scheduleconfirms $410 filing fee (2024)
  • SRCUSCIS lockbox address listgives mailing locations
  • SRCUSCIS myUSCIS portalnotes limited electronic filing for I-765V
  • SRCUSCIS processing time pageindicates no specific guarantee for I-765V
  • SRCUSCIS I-912 instructionsoutlines fee waiver criteria
  • SRCNot clearly stated in the provided official sourceexact processing time for I-765V

Common confusion points

Form number – I-765V vs. regular I-765

Both are work‑permit applications

→ Verify the abuse‑victim category before starting

Fee waiver eligibility

Only for those who can show financial hardship

→ Check the I-912 instructions first

Spouse’s status proof

Some applicants submit only a passport copy

→ Include green‑card front and back if applicable

Police report vs. protective order

Both can be used, but the report must be official

→ Ensure the document is not a summary

Electronic filing availability

Not all USCIS lockboxes accept e‑filing for I-765V

→ Confirm on the myUSCIS portal

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Related forms and next steps

4 signals

Before

File Form I-539 (Change of Status) if you also need to adjust status

Current

I-765V

After

Receive Form I-797C (Receipt Notice) then Form I-797 (Approval) if approved

Often used with

Form I-912 (Request for Fee Waiver) when applicable

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