Key Points
While several immigration services are self-funded through filing fees and might remain operational, certain critical functions face the prospect of grinding to a halt..
This includes immigration-related activities within the Department of Labor...
DOS (U.S. Department of State): Visa issuance, passport services for U.S. citizens, and consular functions are expected to continue unless specific consulates face localized funding issues..
CBP (U.S. Customs and Border Protection): CBP officers and personnel fall under the category of "essential" workers, ensuring that operations at U.S. ports of entry and exit remain unaffected..
DOL (U.S. Department of Labor): The immigration-related functions of the DOL are considered "nonessential" and are likely to be suspended during the shutdown..
