Mandamus Actions

Holding USCIS Accountable for Delays

What is a Mandamus Action?

A Mandamus Action is a type of lawsuit that can be filed in federal court when an immigration agency, such as USCIS, fails to make a decision or take action on your case within a reasonable time frame. By filing a mandamus action, you are requesting the court to compel the agency to act on your petition or application.

Mandamus actions are typically used when:

  • USCIS has failed to process your application within a reasonable period.
  • There is an unreasonable delay in adjudicating your immigration petition or case.
  • You have exhausted other options for resolution, including contacting USCIS or filing inquiries.

This legal action can help speed up the process and compel the government to act on your case.

Eligibility for Mandamus Actions

You may be eligible for a mandamus action if:

  • USCIS or another immigration agency has delayed your case beyond the normal processing time.
  • You have already contacted USCIS, filed inquiries, and waited for the matter to be resolved without any action or response.
  • Your case is pending for an unreasonable amount of time (e.g., months or years beyond expected processing times).

Mandamus actions are typically filed when all other attempts to resolve the delay have been exhausted, and there is a need to push USCIS or another agency to act.

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