Resubmission of Fingerprints Effective April 27, 2026
ENHANCED SECURITY CHECKS EFFECTIVE APRIL 27, 2026 REQUIRING RESUBMISSION OF FINGERPRINTS
President Donald Trump’s administration has mandated what it calls “enhanced” security checks for immigration applicants, following an executive order Trump signed in February which directed that “DHS immigration authorities must access criminal history record information (CHRI) in the custody of federal criminal justice agencies to the maximum extent permitted by law.”
Effective April 27, 2026, USCIS officers are directed to resubmit fingerprints for pending cases if the FBI information for those cases was received prior to April 27, 2026. USCIS said that “any delay in decision issuance should be brief and resolved shortly.” The enhanced checks will affect pending applications for which immigrants submit fingerprints, such as applications for permanent residence and naturalization. In some cases, it may be necessary for the applicant to be scheduled for another biometrics appointment.
Receipt Notice Delays And Related Intake Issues
Know Your Rights At Home, At Work and In Public
Given the recent increase in ICE raids upon worksites and other venues, it is extremely important that employers and individuals know their rights in enforcement situations. Please review the following brochures and print a copy to keep with you.