The former lead Visa Bulletin attorney, Nicholas Perry, has shared predictions regarding the Visa Bulletin’s movement for the remainder of the fiscal year and beyond. Limited forward movement in employment-based categories is anticipated through September 30, 2023, with potential retrogression for certain countries. Family-based categories may see modest progress, particularly in August and September, as the Department of State (DOS) aims to utilize available visa numbers. Looking ahead to FY2027, significant forward movement in employment-based categories is expected due to unused family-based visa numbers this fiscal year.
Key Details:
- Limited forward movement in employment-based categories expected through September 30, 2023.
- Potential retrogression for India EB-1, EB-2, EB-5; China EB-2; and Philippines EB-3.
- Family-based categories may advance modestly, with larger movement anticipated in August and September.
- Significant forward movement in employment-based categories predicted for the October Visa Bulletin in FY2027.
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Source: Jihan Merlin