Get the Facts about "Public Charge"

The federal government has announced changes to public charge. The new policies are due to take effect September 18, 2026. This page will be updated, in the meantime for more information, see the resources below. 

Information and Resources about Public Charge

Immigrant and Refugee Affairs

Cuc Vu, Acting Director
Address: 700 5th Ave, Suite 1616, Seattle, WA, 98104
Mailing Address: PO Box 94573, Seattle, WA, 98124
Phone: (206) 727-8515
oira@seattle.gov

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The mission of the Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs is to improve the lives of Seattle’s immigrant and refugee communities by engaging them in decisions about the City of Seattle’s future and improving the City’s programs and services to meet the needs of all constituents.