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Does the U.S. State Department Still Process Visas During a Shutdown?
On Oct 1, 2025, the State Department said visa processing generally continues during the shutdown because fees fund consular work;…
Will My I-485 Interview Be Cancelled During a Government Shutdown?
A possible October 1, 2025 government shutdown is unlikely to halt USCIS core work. Most I-485 interviews should proceed, though…
Are USCIS RFEs Still Accepted During a Federal Shutdown?
Because USCIS is fee-funded, it continues to accept and review RFE responses during a government shutdown, but processing may slow.…
Are USCIS Premium Processing Services Available During Shutdown?
Despite the October 1, 2025 shutdown, USCIS continues fee-funded services and Premium Processing is available for eligible forms via Form…
Are NVC Services Operational During a Shutdown and Fee Payments
The NVC remains operational during federal shutdowns because visa processing is fee-funded. CEAC stays live for payments and uploads. Prolonged…
New $250 Visa Integrity Fee Starts Oct 1, 2025 for Non-Immigrant Visas
From October 1, 2025, most non-immigrant visa applicants from non-VWP countries must pay a $250 Visa Integrity Fee to fund…
USCIS Recruiting Immigration Officers to Strengthen System Integrity
USCIS will hire Immigration Services Officers from Sept 29–Oct 8, 2025 to increase in-person interviews, document checks, and background screenings…
Indians Face Heightened Scrutiny as Twin Shield Signals Visa Reform
Operation Twin Shield (Sept 19–28, 2025) targeted visa fraud in the Twin Cities: 1,000+ cases reviewed, 900+ site visits, 275…