US Visa: Adjustment of status, work authorization and Layoff

[theratulz]

I'm in an extremely weird situation and I don't know what to do. I'm posting here as my last resort and would appreciate any input you may have.

1. I'm on H1B visa.
2. My spouse is a US citizen
3. I have an approved I-130 and my I-485 adjustment status have been submitted a few days ago. I'm yet to receive the receipt or receipt number.
4. I did not submit a work authorization (i-765) because I was under the impression I need the I-485 receipt number for that form. Turns out, I was wrong and I could've submitted the I-765 with my I-485. No point in sulking about it. So I'm waiting for I-485 receipt and I will file I-765 separately as soon as I receive the receipt.
5. Couple of days ago, my company was bought out and a bunch of us lost their jobs.
6. I know I have 60 days grace period before I'm not on H1B anymore.
7. I'm getting a lot of job interviews and I really need to start as soon as possible.
8. For I-765, which eligibility category should I choose, now that I'm filing for work authorization separately? If I read it correctly, it's either (c)(9) or (c)(36).

[manhattanite]

You can try requesting expedited processing of the I-765 for fear of severe financial loss. There are no guarantees on their accepting the request, and even if it's accepted, no guarantees on when the card will arrive.

And you are correct, the eligibility category in your case now is (c)(9).

Also, if this hasn't come up yet, I recommend sending in the I-131 for advance parole.

[jabrascuba]

Hello. I entered the permanent residence process by the Cuban adjustment at National Benefits Center on 09/29/2020. I-485 and I-765. How long is it taking?

[jabrascuba]

Hello. I entered the permanent residence process by the Cuban adjustment at National Benefits Center on 09/29/2020. I-485 and I-765. How long is it taking?