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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 notices, bring…
Can You File Standalone I-765 for Asylum or TPS During a Shutdown?
USCIS continues processing fee-funded I-765 filings during a shutdown, allowing asylum (c)(8) and TPS applicants to apply or renew EADs.…
Can F-1 Reinstatement Be Filed During a Government Shutdown?
With a possible government shutdown as of October 1, 2025, USCIS usually continues fee-funded I-539 processing, but expect delays. F-1…
K-1 Fiancé(e)s: File I-485 and Work Authorization During Shutdown?
Despite the October 1, 2025 shutdown, USCIS remains open because of fee funding. K-1 spouses marrying within 90 days can…
H-4 EAD Renewals: Standalone Filing Without H-1B Extension in Shutdown
H-4 spouses can file standalone H-4 EAD renewals with Form I-765 without concurrent H-1B filings. If filed timely and with…
Biometric Appointments at USCIS ASCs During a Shutdown: What to Expect
Because USCIS operates mainly on filing fees, ASCs have kept taking biometrics during funding lapses. As of October 1, 2025,…
Can F-1 Students Change to H-1B During a Government Shutdown?
USCIS remains operational in a shutdown, but DOL stops certifying LCAs, preventing new H-1B change-of-status filings without approved LCAs. Cap-gap…
What Happens to O-1 Extension Petitions During a Federal Shutdown?
Because USCIS is fee-funded, timely-filed O-1 extension petitions generally continue processing during federal shutdowns, allowing beneficiaries to keep working under…