Opportunity
Federal Register #2026-15268
Request for Public Comment on Information Collection for Special Immigrant Classification (DS1884)
Buyer
Department of State
Posted
July 29, 2026
Respond By
August 28, 2026
Identifier
2026-15268
This opportunity is a request for public comment from the Department of State regarding a proposed information collection for special immigrant classification under INA 203(b)(4). - Government Buyer: - Department of State - No sub-agency or office procurement activity; this is a regulatory notice - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned; this is not a procurement - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured - The DS1884 form is referenced as the subject of the information collection - Unique or Notable Requirements: - The notice seeks feedback on the necessity, burden, and quality of the information collection process - The DS1884 form is used by eligible alien employees, qualifying former employees of the U.S. government abroad, or their surviving spouses or children to file an immigrant visa petition - Information collected assists consular officers in determining statutory qualification for special immigrant status - No contract, purchase, or vendor engagement is involved
Description
The Department of State is requesting public comments on a proposed information collection related to the classification of certain special immigrants under INA 203(b)(4). The collection involves the DS1884 form, which is used by eligible alien employees or qualifying former employees of the U.S. government abroad, or their surviving spouses or children, to file an immigrant visa petition. The form collects information to assist consular officers in determining statutory qualification for special immigrant status. Comments are due by August 28, 2026.