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The USCIS adjudication pause has left thousands of Iranian nationals in limbo — unable to move forward with pending visa applications, employment authorizations, and status adjustments. Many face the threat of losing their jobs, falling out of legal status, or being forced to abandon years of education and professional development in the United States.
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We're hearing from people in our community who are genuinely frightened — people who came here legally, who worked hard, pursued their education, and gave back to this country, now left in limbo through no fault of their own. Our survey collects their stories because they matter — and we need our fellow Americans to see the real human impact of this pause.
— Ali Rahnama, IALDF
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The survey collects information on the types of immigration cases affected, the personal and professional consequences respondents have experienced, and the broader toll on mental health, financial stability, and long-term planning. All responses are confidential, and no personally identifying information will be published without explicit consent.
Two Core Purposes: Advocacy & Education
Advocacy. The findings will inform direct engagement with Congress, federal agencies, and the courts to push for a resolution that respects the rights of affected individuals.
Education. IALDF will publish a comprehensive report and develop public-facing resources to help the media, policymakers, and the general public understand the scope and severity of the pause's impact on the Iranian American community.
Iranian Americans contribute enormously to this country as researchers, engineers, doctors, entrepreneurs, and students. Our goal is not only to fight for their rights but to make sure the rest of the country understands what is at stake. When people see the data and hear these stories, we believe they will stand with our community.
Who Should Take the Survey
The survey is open to any Iranian national currently in the United States on a student or work visa, or in the process of adjusting their immigration status, who has been affected by the pause. IALDF encourages all eligible individuals to participate and to share the survey within their networks.
IALDF expects to publish its findings in the coming weeks and will make all educational materials available to the public through its website and partner organizations.
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