Immigration News - United States Government offices to close for Thanksgiving holiday Share this article LinkedIn Facebook X (Twitter) November 20, 2015 U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and other federal agencies will be closed Thursday, Nov. 26 for the Thanksgiving holiday. Offices will reopen Friday, Nov. 27. Employers with urgent filing needs may want to submit applications and petitions by Wednesday, Nov. 25. Up-to-date information about local USCIS office closures is available here. BAL Analysis: While the Thanksgiving holiday is not expected to cause significant delays, it falls during a peak season for those in need of services related to immigration or international travel. Applicants are encouraged to plan ahead, file early and prepare for possible delays. Copyright © 2016 Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP. All rights reserved. Reprinting or digital redistribution to the public is permitted only with the express written permission of Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP. For inquiries please contact copyright@bal.com.
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