USCIS has released the April 2026 Visa Bulletin, indicating substantial progress in visa processing for certain employment-based categories, particularly for Chinese applicants. The EB-1 category’s Final Action Date has moved forward to April 1, 2023, allowing eligible applicants to file their I-485 applications. Meanwhile, the EB-3 category has also seen advancements, with the Final Action Date moving to June 15, 2021, for professionals and skilled workers.
Key Details:
- EB-1 Final Action Date: April 1, 2023, allowing I-485 submissions for approved I-140 petitions.
- EB-3 Final Action Date: June 15, 2021, a 45-day advancement from the previous month.
- EB-3 Other Workers: Final Action Date now February 1, 2019.
- EB-2 for Chinese applicants: Remains unchanged at September 1, 2021.
This update is a positive development for many waiting for green cards, but applicants are advised to act quickly. If the consulates resume normal visa issuance rates, there may be potential retrogressions in the future. For those without employer sponsorship, the EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) remains a viable option after I-140 approval.
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Source: Hibee