USCIS Processing During Shutdown: Which Services Remain Available
Although a federal shutdown begins October 1, 2025, USCIS will largely keep processing applications due to fee funding.…
Articles by & updated by Robert Pyne
Can U Visa Petitions Be Filed During a Government Shutdown?
USCIS remains open for U visa (Form I-918) filings during the October 2025 shutdown because it is fee-funded;…
Can I-131 Re-Entry Permits Be Filed During a Federal Shutdown?
Because USCIS is fee-funded, Form I-131 Re-Entry Permit filings and biometrics continue during a shutdown. Applicants must file…
I-693 Processing During Shutdown: USCIS Accepts with I-485
USCIS remains operational during shutdowns and will accept and process sealed Form I-693 medicals. Exams signed on/after Nov…
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…
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 Employers Should Do If E-Verify Is Unavailable During a Shutdown
E-Verify is suspended due to a government shutdown. Employers must still complete Form I-9 for all new hires…
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…
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…