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DUXNUTZ
A reminder that currently the FAA isn’t avail for foreign license validations and special issuance medicals under the govt shutdown. Probably visa issuances too. Something to consider however long that lasts.
It is true the FAA is on a partial shut down that will affect all Australians trying to get licenses and ratings validated which will likely put hiring and class dates on a possible long term delay depending on airline requirements for lot of folks. My understanding is Consulates/Embassies and Visa processing is still open and will not be affected by the partial shutdown for the foreseeable future though, does anyone have any further info or links they can share on this? I am curious what the effect will be if this continues as it appears it will.
Edit - Just found this statement:
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and its sub-agencies generally stay open during a shutdown. This includes U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), which adjudicates the vast majority of immigration processes. Because USCIS is a fee-based agency which requires petitions and applications be accompanied by filing fee checks, these services are not expected to be impacted.