READY TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP?
If your immigration case has been stuck for 2+ years without action, federal court mandamus may compel resolution. Contact us for case evaluation.
Call: 212-571-6002 | WhatsApp Available | GreenCardMaker.com
Overview
Federal court mandamus actions force government agencies (USCIS, DOS, etc.) to make a decision when cases have been pending unreasonably long. Mandamus does not guarantee a particular outcome — only that a decision be made. Common targets: long-pending I-485s, I- 130s, naturalization cases, security clearances, and 221(g) administrative processing.
Eligibility Requirements
Case pending unreasonably long (typically 2+ years beyond normal processing); clear duty by agency to act; no adequate alternative remedy; and federal court jurisdiction.
Application Process
File complaint in federal district court (typically venue where applicant resides). Government typically responds either by adjudicating the underlying case or by motion to dismiss. Many cases resolve through agency adjudication rather than litigation.
Required Documentation
Detailed complaint outlining: pending status; unreasonable delay; agency duty to act; jurisdiction; and relief requested.
Government Filing Fees
Federal court filing fee; attorney fees not typically recovered absent EAJA grounds.
Processing Timeline
Filing to resolution typically 60–180 days; many cases adjudicated by agency before substantive court ruling.
Why Choose Our Firm
Our federal court practice handles dozens of mandamus actions annually — particularly for I- 485 stagnation, naturalization delays, and 221(g) administrative processing extending years.
