Work Permit (I-765) Application Form from USCIS
Author: USCIS
This is the form to use to apply for a work permit (also called an Employment Authorization Document). The instructions say where to send your application and how much the fee is. Not everyone can get a work permit and not everyone needs a work permit. If you aren't sure if you are legally allowed to get a work permit, talk to an immigration lawyer before you apply.
United Way 211
Author: United Way 211
Call 2-1-1 or Toll Free:
800-543-7709 or Local:
651-291-0211 or text your zip code to 898-211 (texting available M-F 8am-7pm) or search at the
website. United Way 2-1-1 provides free and confidential health and human services information for people in Minnesota. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to connect you with the resources and information you need.
Stateside Legal - Legal help for military members, veterans and their families
Author: Stateside Legal
Legal help for military members, veterans and their families
Explainer on Termination of Parole
Author: Refugees International
Get information about what to do if they "terminate" (cancel) your parole. This website is updated every Monday.
What You Need to Know About Notices of Termination of Parole
Author: The Legal Aid Society (New York City)
Learn what parole is and what you need to know if they "terminate" (cancel) your parole.
Know Your Rights: Registration Requirement for Immigrants
Author: National Immigration Law Center
This resource provides critical information for community members about the newly announced registration process for some undocumented immigrants, including potential risks such as detention, deportation, and legal consequences.
TPS Forms for Ukrainians (automated)
Author: Six Fifty
If you're a Ukrainian in the United States you can extend your stay by filing for Temporary Protected Status (TPS). TPS allows you to stay until September 2023. Use these automated forms in English and Ukrainian to make the application easier. It is free to complete the forms, but there are still fees to file them with USCIS.
If you aren't sure whether or not TPS is the right choice, you should look for a free legal clinic or meet with an immigration lawyer who can help you decide and complete the forms.
Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Afghans
Author: Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota
Information about Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Afghans.
Information for Afghan Nationals in the U.S.
Author: USCIS
Information from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services for Afghan nationals, includes links to forms and information about Temporary Protected Status (TPS), Special Immigrant Visas, Parolee status and work authorization and other possible legal options.
Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Ukraine
Author: Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota
Information about Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Ukrainians, designated by USCIS in March 2022.
Living in the United States: A Guide for Immigrant Youth
Author: ILRC
This guide is a compilation of resources for immigrant youth living in the United States. It includes general descriptions of immigration relief as well as general advice on applying for benefits, driver’s licenses, financial aid for colleges, bank accounts and credit cards, filing taxes, registering for the national service and military service, and more.
Available in Spanish.
DACA: What you need to know now
Author: Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota
Learn about recent changes and updates for DACA status and applications.
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)
Author: Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota
Find updated information on DACA and how to apply for legal help.
Refugee and Asylee Family Members: How do I help them get status?
Author: USCIS
This information explains how people granted asylum or refugee status can apply for their spouse and children to also get status. There is a time limit to do this.
Information for employers for avoiding discrimination in I-9 and E-verify process
Author: Immigrant and Employee Rights Section of Department of Justice
Fact sheet for employers explaining acceptable documents for I-9 and E-verify to avoid discrimination based on citizenship, national origin, or immigration status in the hiring process as well as agency contact information for consultations.
Protecting your right to work for immigrants
Author: Immigrant and Employee Rights Section of Department of Justice
Information about illegal employment discrimination based on citizenship, national origin, or immigration status and what to do if you think you've been discriminated against.
Employment rights and resources for refugees and asylees
Author: Immigrant and Employee Rights Section of Department of Justice
Fact sheet explaining the rights of asylees and refugees to work and what documents they can present to prove that eligibility.
DACA Renewal
Author: Informed Immigrant
Information and updates about Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) Renewal
Immigrants and Eligibility for Disaster Relief
Author: Federal Emergency Management Agency
Explains eligibility for Federal Government disaster assistance programs for non-citizens. Many charitable disaster assistance may not depend on or ask about status. This site only applies to official Federal Government (FEMA) and other government assistance.
Know Your Rights guide for immigrants
Author: CLINIC Legal
Booklet for immigrants about what to know to do around law enforcement, and creating an emergency plan.
Immi.org
Author: Immi
Immi is an online screening tool and legal information website, also available in Spanish, that helps immigrants in the U.S. understand their legal options. It is free and confidential. Start by completing the
online interview to understand your immigration options. At the end, you will receive personalized results that explain your immigration options, as well as why you might qualify and potential risks. Or browse the
Learning Center for information about your rights and about different types of immigration status.
Helping a Family Member Immigrate to the U.S.
Author: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)
U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents can apply to bring certain family members to the U.S. To learn more about the process, see the
Family section of the USCIS website.
