The journey to obtaining an EAD begins with the completion of the I-765 form. This form serves as a declaration of your intent to work in the U.S.

If, upon reverification, an employee’s EAD card has expired; the individual does not have a new card; and they are not eligible for automatic extension, then the person is not authorized to work ...

Meanwhile, the period of automatic extension for certain EAD renewal applicants is being increased from 180 days to 540 days, effective through October 26, 2023.