USCIS has transitioned to Chart A for the May 2026 visa bulletin, closing the I-485 filing window for many applicants. This change, effective May 1, follows six months of using the more lenient Chart B, which allowed for broader eligibility in filing for adjustment of status.
Key Details:
- India EB-3: 14-month priority date gap; applicants who could file in April are now ineligible.
- India EB-2: 6-month priority date lockout.
- EB-3 Rest of World: Chart B was current; now, Chart A has a cutoff of June 1, 2024, affecting 2024 and 2025 priority dates.
- F2A all countries: Cutoffs have moved from current under Chart B to mid-2023 and 2024 under Chart A.
Applicants who filed under Chart B before April 30 are unaffected, as pending applications will continue processing. Those who missed the filing window should refrain from submitting applications if their priority dates are not current under Chart A, as USCIS will reject them. It is advisable to wait for the June bulletin, which typically releases mid-month, to check for any potential changes back to Chart B.
This shift significantly impacts many immigrants awaiting green card processing, creating uncertainty in their application timelines. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: r/greencard