The U.S. Department of State has announced that the EB-2 visa category is now current for most countries in the April 2026 Visa Bulletin. This marks a significant change, as it is the first time in years that there is no backlog for the majority of nationalities, excluding India and China.
Key Details:
- Current Status: EB-2 is current for all countries except India and China.
- India’s Date: For Indian applicants, the priority date is July 15, 2014, which has moved forward approximately 10 months.
- China’s Date: For mainland-born Chinese applicants, the date remains at September 1, 2021.
- Immediate Filing: Applicants from countries other than India and China can file their I-485 (adjustment of status) immediately if they are in the U.S., or proceed with consular processing if they are abroad.
This development is crucial for immigrants seeking to secure their priority dates, especially as the State Department warns that current dates could regress later in the fiscal year if demand increases. The favorable conditions are not guaranteed to remain, making this an opportune time for applicants to act.
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Source: BaseLeaf