The U.S. government has officially shut down, and many clients are asking how this affects their immigration cases. Here’s what you need to know:
✅ USCIS remains open.
Because USCIS is a fee-funded agency (it operates using the filing fees paid by applicants and petitioners), it will continue processing cases as usual despite the shutdown.
⚠️ The Department of Labor (DOL) is impacted.
During the shutdown, DOL services are halted. This means delays in:
- PERM Labor Certifications
- Prevailing Wage Determinations
- Other labor-related immigration processes
⏳ Case timelines relying on DOL may be delayed until the government reopens.
At Apfel Law Group, we are monitoring the situation closely to keep our clients informed. If you have questions about how the shutdown may impact your case, please contact our office.
