USCIS has announced a significant change in the May Visa Bulletin, requiring employment-based applicants to use the “Final Action Dates” chart instead of the “Dates for Filing” chart. This shift has resulted in many applicants losing eligibility for their Adjustment of Status (I-485) applications. However, the EB-1 and EB-2 categories remain “current” for most countries, allowing eligible applicants to file their I-485 applications now.
Key Details:
- Change effective: May Visa Bulletin
- New requirement: Use of “Final Action Dates” chart
- EB-1 and EB-2 categories: Remain “current” for most countries
- Potential processing time: Weeks instead of years for eligible applicants
This adjustment indicates that USCIS is managing the fiscal year quota, aiming to meet it by September without overwhelming the system. As a result, eligible applicants in the EB-1A and EB-2 NIW categories may experience expedited approval times.
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Source: Amber G. Davis