The U.S. Department of State (DOS) has released the May 2026 Visa Bulletin, marking a shift in visa availability for immigrant applicants. Starting this month, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will transition to using Chart A, which is less favorable than the previously honored Chart B, affecting many applicants seeking to file for adjustment of status.
Key Details:
- Effective May 2026: USCIS will utilize Chart A for visa processing.
- Current status: EB-2 category for Rest of World (RoW) remains ‘current,’ allowing concurrent I-140/I-485 filings.
- Warning issued: Recent advancements in cut-off dates are linked to USCIS policies affecting 39 countries, which may lead to visa shortages.
- Potential future impact: If demand continues to rise, a ‘U’ (unavailable) status could appear on the Visa Bulletin, indicating no visas are available.
This update is crucial for immigrants with current priority dates, as they are encouraged to proceed with their I-485 applications while the opportunity remains open.
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Source: Robert Webber