USCIS has announced a significant change for Employment-Based (EB) filings effective May 2026, requiring all applicants to use the Final Action Dates chart for Adjustment of Status (Form I-485). This shift marks a departure from the previous allowance of the Dates for Filing chart, which had provided a more lenient filing window for many applicants.
Key Details:
- Effective date: May 1, 2026
- Filing method: Applicants must use the Final Action Dates chart for EB categories
- Previous allowance: Dates for Filing chart was available until April 30, 2026
- Family-sponsored categories: Continue to use Dates for Filing chart in May 2026
This change restricts the filing opportunities for many applicants whose priority dates fall between the two charts, closing the window for those who were planning to file under the more favorable Dates for Filing.
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Source: r/EB2