Automatic Visa Revalidation During a US Government Shutdown: Key Facts
During a federal shutdown, automatic visa revalidation still allows eligible travelers to re-enter the U.S. after trips under…
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…
Are USCIS Fees Processed During Government Shutdowns? Fee-Funded
Because USCIS is about 96% fee-funded, it continues core processing—accepting filings, taking fees, scheduling biometrics and interviews—during government…
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…
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…
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.…
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…
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 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…
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…
What Happens to U Visa Derivative Applications During Federal Shutdown
U Visa petitions and derivative filings generally continue during federal shutdowns because USCIS operates on fees. Form I-918…
H-4 EAD During Government Shutdown: Spouse’s H-1B Pending
USCIS, funded by fees, usually continues processing H-1B and H-4 EAD filings during shutdowns. A timely-filed, pending H-1B…
I-601 and I-601A Waivers During a Government Shutdown: What to Expect
Because USCIS is fee-funded, I-601 and I-601A waivers generally continue during shutdowns, though extended lapses can slow processing…