Ukrainian citizens are already actively obtaining work permits and SSNs, so we can safely say that the assumptions about a long waiting time of almost a year have not materialized.

Citizens of Ukraine who have received a humanitarian parole under the «Uniting for Ukraine» program receive a work permit within one to two months. Ukrainians who have received a humanitarian parole at the border with Mexico are waiting for a work permit longer: from three months to six months.

Unfortunately, we do not have the ability to influence the processing time, but we can "ask" to expedite this process.

How can I expedite the Form I-765 review process?

To expedite your application for a work permit, you need to call the USCIS Contact Center at tel. +1-800-375-5283. Prepare your application number in advance and be prepared to answer questions regarding your biographical information and actual place of residence.

Also, be prepared for the robot answer your call and ask about the purpose of the call. You should answer that you want to make a “expedite request”. When the robot asks if you want to make a request or to know how to do it, answer “I want to make a request”. Then, most likely, you will have to wait some more, sometimes the waiting time can reach 1 hour. You need to stay on the line and wait for the USCIS agent to pick up the phone.

Tip: Call the immigration office at the beginning of the working day, so you can contact the agent faster.

When you finally contact the agent, they will ask for the reason for your speed request. It is necessary to name one or more main reasons, and then explain your situation in more detail.

Once a request for expedited processing has been submitted, the service can either approve or deny it. Or send you a letter asking you to provide additional information or documents.

How not to get rejected when applying for an expedited review of a workpermit?

Immigration approves an expedited review if it meets one or more of the following criteria:

• serious financial loss for the company or person;
• emergencies and urgent humanitarian causes;
• a non-profit organization whose request is directed to the cultural or social interests of the United States;
• USCIS error;
• the interests of the US government.