Are Combo EAD and Advance Parole Cards Still Issued During Shutdowns?
USCIS stopped combo cards in July 2025 and issues separate EADs and Advance Parole documents. Fee funding lets…
Articles by & updated by Elena Marquez
Can I File Form I-130 During a Government Shutdown? USCIS Continues
During the October 1, 2025 shutdown, USCIS continues fee-funded I-130 processing, while E-Verify and DOL functions (PERM, LCAs)…
Can DV Victims File VAWA I-360 During a Government Shutdown?
USCIS will accept and process VAWA self-petitions (Form I-360) during a government shutdown because these services are fee-funded.…
Shutdown Impact on T Visa Derivative Petitions: USCIS Continues
USCIS continues processing T visa derivative petitions during a federal shutdown because it is fee‑funded. Form I‑914, Supplement…
Will Priority Date Movement Be Delayed During a Government Shutdown?
Despite the October 1, 2025 shutdown, the Department of State is expected to publish the visa bulletin and…
How a Government Shutdown Affects EB-1, EB-2, EB-3 Green Cards
Starting October 1, 2025, USCIS continues fee-funded EB-1/EB-2/EB-3 and I-485 processing, while DOL’s OFLC suspends PERM and LCA…
What Happens to U Visa Derivative Applications During Federal Shutdown
U Visa petitions and derivative filings generally continue during federal shutdowns because USCIS operates on fees. Form I-918…
Will My Pending I-485 Continue During a Federal Shutdown?
Because USCIS is largely fee-funded, pending Form I-485 applications continue to be processed during a government shutdown. Premium…
Can I Enter the U.S. on a K-1 Visa During a Government Shutdown?
A government shutdown does not by itself block entry for someone with a valid K-1 visa; CBP ports…