Citizenship
Guidance on naturalization processes, dual citizenship options, citizenship by investment, and the rights and responsibilities of new citizens.
H-4 EAD Pending 12 Months: Shutdown Adjudication and Delays
As of October 2025, USCIS keeps processing H-4 EAD applications during a shutdown because it’s fee-funded. DOL pauses don’t block approvals, but expect slower updates, E-Verify outages, and no automatic…
Are VAWA-Based EADs Processed During Federal Government Shutdowns?
USCIS, funded mainly by fees, continues adjudicating VAWA I-360 petitions and I-765 C31 EADs via the Vermont Service…
What Happens to P Visa Appointments During a Federal Shutdown
P visa interviews usually continue during the October 1, 2025 federal shutdown because fees fund operations, but reduced…
Shutdown Impact on T Visa Derivative Petitions: USCIS Continues
USCIS continues processing T visa derivative petitions during a federal shutdown because it is fee‑funded. Form I‑914, Supplement…
E-3D Employment Authorization During Government Shutdown: What Happens
A government shutdown deactivates FLAG and stops LCA certifications, pausing E-3D work authorizations. USCIS stays open but cannot…
Can Employers File New H-1B Cap-Subject Petitions During a Shutdown?
During a government shutdown, the DOL stops LCA certification via FLAG, blocking H‑1B, H‑1B1, and E‑3 petition filings.…
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…
Can L-1A/L-1B Petitions Be Filed During a Government Shutdown?
Because USCIS is fee-funded, L-1A and L-1B petitions are processed during government shutdowns. They avoid DOL LCAs that…
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.…
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…