USCIS Temporarily Pauses Form I-134A: What It Means for You

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced a temporary pause on accepting Form I-134A, the Online Request to be a Supporter and Declaration of Financial Support. 

What Is Form I-134A?

Form I-134A is used by U.S.-based supporters to demonstrate their financial ability to support noncitizens arriving under humanitarian programs, such as parole processes for individuals from designated countries. This form helps ensure that the sponsored individual will not become a public charge during their stay in the United States.

Why Is USCIS Temporarily Stopping Form I-134A?

The reason for this change is President Trump’s immigration-related executive orders issued last January. These policy shifts have led USCIS to reassess its procedures, resulting in the temporary suspension of Form I-134A. Such changes often aim to align agency practices with new federal directives and may impact various immigration sponsorship programs.

Who Will Be Affected?

The temporary pause may affect:

• Individuals currently in the process of submitting Form I-134A.

• Sponsors planning to support applicants under humanitarian parole programs.

• Beneficiaries waiting for approval based on a submitted Form I-134A.

  
  

Those who were planning to submit the form should stay updated with USCIS announcements to understand how this pause may affect their cases.

What Should You Do Next?

If you were planning to file Form I-134A or are waiting on an approval, here are some steps to take:

• Monitor USCIS Updates: Regularly check the USCIS website for official announcements regarding when the form will be accepted again.

• Explore Alternative Options: Depending on your situation, you may need to consider other forms of sponsorship or immigration pathways.

• Consult an Immigration Attorney: An experienced attorney can help assess your options and provide guidance on how to proceed during this temporary suspension.

  
  

How Our Law Firm Can Help

Immigration policies can be complex, especially when sudden changes occur. Atty. Askew is an immigration attorney that can help you understand how this pause on Form I-134A might affect your case and explore alternative solutions. If you have questions or need legal assistance, contact our office today to schedule a consultation.

For more information, contact our office at Askew & Associates, P.A. by calling 954-546-2699.

Disclaimer: this blog post is not intended to be legal advice. We highly recommend speaking to an attorney if you have any legal concerns.