Day: November 19, 2025

government shutdown

Labor Certification Deadline Extended

The Office of Foreign Labor Certification (OFCL) announced an extension to any labor certification deadline impacted by the government shutdown. Documents and applications with deadlines between October 1 and November 2 now have a thirty-three-day grace period for submission. The grace period lasts until December 5, 2025. The labor certification

Biometric Collection Expanded by DHS

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) proposed vastly expanding biometric collection to all individuals associated with immigration benefits. The policy change applies to both U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents too. Underage minors would also have to submit biometric data if the DHS’ proposal is implemented. The move follows proposed