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What Happens to R-1 Extension Petitions in a Federal Shutdown?
A federal shutdown halts DOL LCA processing and the FLAG portal, stalling R-1 extensions that need new certifications. USCIS accepts…
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 continue priority…
R-2 Dependent Applications Continue Processing Even During Shutdowns
Most immigration benefits continue even when Washington closes its doors. That includes R-2 applications—the dependent visas for spouses and unmarried…
Are O-2 Support Staff Petitions Processed During Government Shutdown?
Despite the October 1, 2025 government shutdown, USCIS continues processing O-1 and O-2 petitions because it is fee-funded. Employers must…
Are E-2C CNMI-Only Investor Applications Processed During Shutdown?
USCIS remains open for fee-funded E-2C CNMI-Only filings as of October 1, 2025; file Form I-129 with Supplement E. Extensions…
RFE Deadlines in a Government Shutdown: No Automatic Extension
USCIS generally remains active during a shutdown, so H-1B RFE deadlines (typically 60 days) usually stand. Submit all obtainable evidence…
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 work authorization.…
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 actions. EB-1…