US Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS) announced this week that they will reuse previously submitted biometrics so the agency can process valid Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization, extension requests due to the temporary closure of Application Support Centers (ASC) to the public in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The agency notes that this announcement is consistent with existing USCIS authority regarding the agency’s ability to reuse previously submitted biometrics. Applicants who had an appointment scheduled with an ASC on or after the March 18 closure or who has filed an I-765 extension will have their application processed using previously submitted biometrics. USCIS notes this policy will remain effect until ASCs are open for appointments to the public.