US immigration backlogs significantly impact Indian applicants in the second preference category for green cards. As of April 2026, petitions must have been filed on or before July 15, 2014, to be eligible for adjustment to permanent residence status.
Key Details:
- Eligibility date: Petitions must be filed by July 15, 2014.
- Affected category: Second preference category for Indian applicants.
- Current context: Backlogs remain a pressing issue in immigration processing.
- Labor market test relevance: Concerns raised about the relevance of a 2014 labor market test in today’s immigration landscape.
This backlog continues to affect many Indian immigrants seeking permanent residency in the U.S. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: @NotoriousAKG