The U.S. State Department announced that all green card numbers for the EB-2 category for India were exhausted as of May 22, 2026. This means that no green cards, whether through adjustment of status or consular processing, will be issued in this category until the start of the new fiscal year on October 1, 2026.
Key Details:
- Exhaustion date: May 22, 2026
- Next availability: October 1, 2026, with the start of the new fiscal year
- This is the earliest exhaustion of EB-2 India numbers in recent years
- The category saw a retrogression earlier this fiscal year, moving back to 2014 before the exhaustion announcement
This announcement significantly impacts Indian nationals seeking green cards under the EB-2 category, leaving many in a state of uncertainty regarding their immigration status. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.