What would be the status of someone who's OPT has recently expired and is on his grace period? I am thinking of applying waivers for all i-821 fee, Biometrics fee, and i-765 fee? Is that a good idea? do you only need copy of passport and nepali citizenship besides all the forms?

I have heard if you apply for EAD through c19 category it is processed soon and you can get it faster. Is that so? What's the expected duration of receiving the EAD card under that category from the date of filing the application.

Thank you for you answers.