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…
Articles by & updated by Elena Marquez
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…
Can U.S. Citizens File I-129F for K-1 During a Shutdown?
USCIS will accept I-129F petitions during the October 1, 2025 shutdown due to fee-based funding. The main risk…
Are I-131 Advance Parole Applications Processed During a Shutdown?
USCIS remains open in October 2025 and continues adjudicating Form I-131 Advance Parole because it is fee-funded. Median…
K-1 Visa Interviews During a Shutdown: Delays and Rescheduling
During government shutdowns, fee-funded K-1 visa services often continue but posts may reduce capacity. Applicants should monitor consulate…
Do Government Shutdowns Affect EB-5 Applications and I-829?
USCIS generally continues adjudicating EB-5 Form I-526 and I-829 during shutdowns because it is fee-funded, but Form I-924…
NIW EB-2 Petitions Continue to Process During Federal Shutdowns
USCIS, funded mainly by filing fees, continues processing EB-2 NIW petitions as of October 1, 2025, during a…