Justice Department Proposes New Information Collection for T Visa Certification Letters
Current rules
The Department of Justice (DOJ) will submit a new information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval, pertaining to requests for DOJ Certification Letters for T Visa holders.
Overview
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has proposed a new information collection, OMB Number 1123-1NEW, to formalise requests for DOJ certification letters by T visa holders. This new process allows individuals to seek official documentation from the DOJ to support their T visa applications. The agency is currently soliciting public comments on this proposed collection until 16 September 2026.
Who is affected by the latest change
- People who ask for Department of Justice Certification Letters for T Visa holders (a T Visa is for victims of human trafficking)
What changed in the latest version
Before
We could not find a previous official version for this specific request to collect information. However, on 16 June 2026, the DOJ announced a 60-day public comment period for a new collection called 'Requests for DOJ Certification Letters for T Visa Holders'. This means the process for public comments started earlier.
After
The Department of Justice (DOJ) will send a request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). This request asks the OMB to review and approve a new way to collect information. This information relates to requests for DOJ Certification Letters for T Visa holders.
This means the Department of Justice will formally review the information it needs for Certification Letters for T Visa holders. People and groups who help T Visa applicants, especially those needing these letters, should look at the proposed plan. They should consider sending in comments during the open period. The Office of Management and Budget's review and approval might lead to new or changed forms, data requirements, or steps to get these important certification letters. Not taking part or not preparing for possible changes could affect how quickly and successfully future T Visa applications go, if they need DOJ certification.
Explained simply
Imagine you're building a special project, and you need a specific letter from a teacher to prove you did certain work. Before, maybe there wasn't a clear way to ask for it. Now, the U.S. Justice Department is setting up a new, official way (like a specific form or application) for people who have a special 'T visa' to ask for a specific letter from them. It makes it easier and clearer for everyone involved to get the right paperwork.
Frequently asked
Version history
- v7Issued 17 Aug 2026ConsultationMedium impactJustice Department Proposes New Information Collection for T Visa Certification Letters
The Department of Justice (DOJ) plans to ask the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to approve a new way to collect information. This new process is for people who ask the DOJ for Certification Letters for T Visa holders. The DOJ published this plan on 17 August 2026. People can comment on the plan for 30 days, until 16 September 2026. This is a formal step to update how the DOJ collects information for T visa certification.
Timeline
Action deadline
16 Sept 2026
Review the proposed information collection: Access the Federal Register Notice (91 FR 53280) to understand the details of the new collection.
Announced
17 Aug 2026
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced a new information collection activity for T Visa holders, titled "Requests for DOJ Certification Letters for T Visa Holders." This initiative outlines a process for these individuals to obtain official certification letters from the DOJ. The Notice was published in the Federal Register on 17 August 2026, and is open for public comments until Sept
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