Are USCIS Premium Processing Services Available During Shutdown?
Despite the October 1, 2025 shutdown, USCIS continues fee-funded services and Premium Processing is available for eligible forms…
Articles by & updated by Robert Pyne
Does the National Visa Center Keep Processing During a U.S. Government Shutdown?
The National Visa Center remains open during the 2026 shutdown due to fee funding, though consular interview delays…
Impacts of a U.S. Government Shutdown on Immigration Services
A possible shutdown on September 30, 2025 would leave USCIS fee-funded services running but halt E-Verify and could…
DHS Proposal Sets Fixed Admission Periods for F/J/I Nonimmigrants
DHS proposed replacing duration of status with fixed admission periods for F, J, and I visas, requiring Form…
What Documents Prove Your Legal Stay in the U.S. Before Departure
Bring top-tier proofs—Green Card, printed Form I-94, or Form I-797—and support items like pay stubs and lease. Avoid…
Departing USCIS: How It Affects Pending I-485 and I-140 Petitions
Departing the U.S. with a pending I-485 without approved advance parole leads USCIS to abandon and deny the…
Urgent India Travel for Pending Green Card: Use Advance Parole
Leaving the U.S. during an adjustment-of-status application without approved Advance Parole can lead to denial. File Form I-131…
Emergency Care During Insurance Gaps: Immediate Action and Enrollment
Seek emergency care immediately—call 911 or go to the nearest ER even if between plans. Pay upfront if…
Spirit Airlines Not Cutting 1,800 Attendant Jobs, Hiring Expands
Spirit Airlines is expanding cabin crew hiring in 2025, holding major June 13 events and posting openings nationwide.…