Immigration Q&A

### Working on a C08 EAD While on F1 Status 1. **Can You Work on a C08 EAD While on F1?** - If you are on **F1 status**, you are generally **not allowed to work off-campus** unless you have **OPT, CPT, or special authorization**. - The **C08 EAD** (asylum-based work permit) allows you to work **without restrictions**, but **using it means you are no longer maintaining your F1 status**. 2. **How Does It Affect Your F1 Status?** - **Once you start working on a C08 EAD**, **you are no longer complying with F1 visa rules**. - This could mean that your F1 status becomes **invalid** or **abandoned**. - If your asylum case is denied and you have no other legal status, you could become **removable**. 3. **Can You Still Attend School While Using a C08 EAD?** - Yes, you **can** continue studying, but you would no longer be considered an F1 student. - You would be seen as an **asylum applicant with work authorization** instead of an international student. 4. **What If You Want to Keep Your F1 Status?** - If you **want to maintain F1 status**, you should **not use** the C08 EAD for work. - Instead, continue following F1 work restrictions (on-campus work, CPT, or OPT when eligible). ### Final Advice: - If you use your **C08 EAD**, you will likely **lose your F1 status**. - If you want to **keep your F1 visa**, do not work using the asylum-based EAD. - If you are unsure, **consult an immigration attorney** before making a decision.