The U.S. Department of State has released the April 2026 Visa Bulletin, indicating gradual advancements in employment-based visa categories, particularly highlighting the EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW). This pathway is becoming increasingly significant for applicants seeking green cards due to its favorable conditions compared to other categories.
Key Details:
- EB-2 & EB-3 India (Dates for Filing) have advanced to January 15, 2015.
- EB-2 India (Final Action Date) moves slightly forward to July 15, 2014.
- EB-3 India remains largely unchanged.
- EB-1 India shows modest progress.
The NIW option is particularly appealing as it allows self-petitioning without the need for employer sponsorship, making it ideal for professionals in STEM, healthcare, business, and research fields. For those eligible, this is an opportune moment to file, as it could expedite the green card process significantly compared to waiting in backlogged categories like EB-3.
Taking action now can secure priority dates critical for long-term immigration planning.
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Source: Akosua Owusua Kissi, ESQ., LL.M