Will an H-4 Visa Stamp Appointment Be Honoured During a Shutdown?
The Oct 1, 2025 U.S. shutdown may slow consular services for H-4 applicants. Fee-funded visa work should largely…
Articles by & updated by Robert Pyne
Do O-1 and P-1 Petitions Still Process During a Shutdown?
USCIS and fee-funded consular services usually continue handling O-1 and P-1 petitions during a shutdown; DOL suspensions do…
Can TD Dependents Enter or Extend Status During a Government Shutdown?
During a shutdown, TD spouses and children can still travel, re-enter, and file Form I-539 because CBP and…
J-1 DS-2019 Issuance by Sponsors Continues in Shutdown
During a shutdown, sponsoring organizations keep issuing DS-2019s and SEVIS stays active; USCIS processes fee-funded cases including J-2…
How a U.S. Government Shutdown Impacts TN Visa Processing at the Border
TN visa processing remains active at U.S. borders during the 2026 shutdown, while H-1B filings are stalled. Expect…
CBP Remains Operational at Ports During Shutdown; Delays Possible
CBP remains operational during a government shutdown, keeping ports open and continuing inspections. Expect potential delays from reduced…
Can T Visa Applications Be Filed During a Government Shutdown?
Because USCIS is fee-funded, T visa filings and adjudications generally continue during government shutdowns. DOL pauses and consular…
What Happens to I-485 Interview Appointments During a Federal Shutdown
Because USCIS is fee-funded, most I-485 interviews continue during government shutdowns. Attend your scheduled interview unless you receive…
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…