Form I-129S Blanket L Petition: USCIS Comment Notice Closes Nov. 13

USCIS published a Paperwork Reduction Act notice on September 14, 2026 seeking public input on extending, without change, the information collection for Form I-129S, Nonimmigrant Petition Based on Blanket L Petition. The Federal Register lists November 13, 2026 as the comment deadline. This notice asks about the paperwork collection; it does not announce a new L-1 eligibility rule or replace the current form instructions.

What this notice does

The Federal Register notice (91 FR 58167, document 2026-18680) asks whether the information collection is necessary, whether USCIS's burden estimates are accurate, and how to improve clarity or reduce the reporting burden. It identifies Form I-129S and OMB control number 1615-0010. The Federal Register lists the comment period as closing November 13, 2026. Check that notice for the official comment route and any updates before submitting.

Who uses Form I-129S?

According to the USCIS Form I-129S page, petitioning employers use this form for an employee seeking L-1 intracompany transferee classification under a previously approved blanket L petition. USCIS lists edition 01/20/25 on its form page, last reviewed October 7, 2026. Form versions, fees, filing routes and individual circumstances can change; confirm them on USCIS's live form page rather than relying on a saved copy.

Sources and context

• Federal Register: September 14 information-collection notice
• USCIS: Form I-129S and current filing information

This is general information, not legal advice. Ask a qualified immigration attorney about an individual case.