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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services is facing a massive shortfall in revenue that will affect operations, as the agency seeks ways to plug the gap. The agency is funded by fees on petitions and states that it has seen a dramatic reduction in the number of immigration petitions amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
Key points:
BAL Analysis: Companies should be aware that USCIS fees are likely to increase in the coming months. The fee regulation is currently under review at the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). Once OMB clears the rule, USCIS will make the final rule available for public inspection and then publish it in the Federal Register. Since the regulation makes significant changes, including policy changes that are typically not accomplished through a fee rule, it may face litigation. Additionally, if USCIS officers are furloughed, petitioners and applicants are likely to see delays and longer processing times. BAL is closely following the USCIS funding issues and will report new developments as information become available.
This alert has been provided by the BAL U.S. Practice group. For additional information, please contact berryapplemanleiden@bal.com.
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