Opportunity
Federal Register #1615-0069
Request for public comment on extension of information collection for refugee waiver applications (Form I-602)
Buyer
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Posted
September 14, 2026
Respond By
November 13, 2026
Identifier
1615-0069
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is requesting public and federal agency comments on the proposed extension of an information collection for refugee waiver applications. - Government Buyer: - Department of Homeland Security (DHS) - U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) - Purpose: - Extension, without change, of the approved information collection for Form I-602 (Application by Refugee for Waiver of Inadmissibility Grounds) - Key Details: - Form I-602 is used to determine eligibility for waivers of inadmissibility grounds for refugees - Estimated annual respondents: 240 - Estimated hour burden per response: 7.03 hours - Total annual cost burden: $30,900 - Notable Requirements: - No products or services are being procured - This is a request for information and comment, not a procurement or award - No OEMs or vendors are involved - Other Forms Mentioned: - Form I-129CW and Form I-129CWR referenced, but primary focus is Form I-602
Description
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is seeking public and federal agency comments on the proposed extension of the information collection related to the Application by Refugee for Waiver of Inadmissibility Grounds. This collection involves Form I-602, which is used to determine eligibility for waivers and to report waiver reasons to Congress. The notice includes details on the estimated burden, cost, and categories of respondents. Comments are accepted until November 13, 2026.