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J-2 APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT AUTHORIZATION
J-2 dependents can apply for an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) from USCIS in order to be
employed in the United States. The J-2 may begin employment ONLY after receiving the EAD from USCIS. 8
C.F.R. § 274a.12(c)(5)
BIOGRAPHICAL DATA (To be completed by the J-2 dependent)
J-2 Family Name
J-2 First/Middle Name
J-2 SEVIS ID Number
J-2 SMU ID Number
J-1 Family Name
J-1 SEVIS ID Number
J-1 SMU ID Number
DS-2019 Completion Date:
SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT WITH AN INTERNATIONAL SERVICES SPECIALIST AND BRING THE
FOLLOWING:
Copy of J-1 DS-2019
Copy of J-1 current appointment letter
Copy of health insurance for both J-1 and J-2
Copy of J-1 passport
Copy of J-1 visa and I94 (front and back)
Copy of J-2 DS-2019
Copy of J-2 passport (showing name and expiration date)
Copy of J-2 visa and I-94 (front and back)
Letter requesting work authorization
Original I-765 (download from USCIS)
Check (check amount on USCIS website)
2 passport photos
By signing below, I affirm that I have continually maintained status and understand the consequences of my
request.
If I have any questions, I will contact an ISSS International Services Specialist immediately.
Print Name: Signature:
TO BE COMPLETED BY SMU HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE IF WORKING AT SMU
I-9 FORM COMPLETED (MUST SHOW EAD CARD)
Human Resources Specialist Name:
Human Resources Specialist Signature
Today’s Date:
International Services Specialist:
Signature:
Date:
Tel: 214-768-4475 Fax: 214-768-1051 Email: [email protected]