USCIS Interim Final Rule on Mandatory Electronic Filing (E-Filing)

USCIS interim final rule that allows USCIS to require e-filing for any form that has been available electronically for at least 180 days. It also includes processes for USCIS to require e-filing and for individuals to request a waiver for the e-filing requirement. The rule is effective 8/11/26. Comments are due 10/13/26. (91 FR 51924, 8/11/26)

DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

8 CFR Parts 1, 103, and 106

[CIS No. 2853–26; DHS Docket No. USCIS–2026–0232]

RIN 1615–AD19

Mandatory Electronic Filing (e-Filing)

AGENCY: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, DHS.

ACTION: Interim final rule (IFR) with request for comments.