Who is eligible to participate in e-filing?
A. Currently, Form I-90, Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card, and Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization, can be e-filed. Thousands of applicants will be eligible to take advantage of this new process. It is estimated that 750,000 people file Form I-90 each year to renew or replace their green card. It is also estimated that 1.75 million people file for Employment Authorization, Form I-765, each year. These applications make up approximately 30% of our workload. However, some applicants will not have the option of filing electronically. Details are provided in each forms E-filing Instructions and Eligibility Information, which are accessible at www.bcis.gov. For individuals who cannot e-file, or for those who choose not to e-file, the BCIS will continue to accept paper applications.
