On July 25, the USCIS announced it is extending certain flexibilities first introduced on March 30, 2020, through to October 23, 2022. For the following requests or notices issued between March 1, 2020, and October 23, 2022, USCIS considers a response received within 60 calendar days after the due date before taking any action:
- Requests for Evidence;
- Continuations to Request Evidence (N-14);
- Notices of Intent to Deny;
- Notices of Intent to Revoke;
- Notices of Intent to Rescind;
- Notices of Intent to Terminate regional centers;
- Notices of Intent to Withdraw Temporary Protected Status; and
- Motions to Reopen an N-400 Pursuant to 8 CFR 335.5, Receipt of Derogatory Information After Grant.
In addition, USCIS will consider a Form I-290B, Notice of Appeal or Motion, or Form N-336, Request for a Hearing on a Decision in Naturalization Proceedings (Under Section 336 of the INA), if:
- The form was filed up to 90 calendar days from the issuance of a decision USCIS made; and
- USCIS made that decision between November 1, 2021, and October 23, 2022, inclusive.
Erickson Insights
USCIS has cited lessons learned during the pandemic, which have informed which flexibilities may be extended permanently. Erickson Immigration Group will continue to send updates as more news is available. If you have questions about anything we’re reporting above or case-specific questions, please contact your employer or EIG attorney.