US Visa Bulletin for June 2025: No major relief for Indian green card aspirants
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Highlights from the June 2025 Visa Bulletin
First Preference (F1): Unmarried Sons and Daughters of U.S. Citizens
Second Preference (F2): Spouses and Children, and Unmarried Sons and Daughters of Permanent Residents F2A: Spouses and Children of Permanent Residents F2B: Unmarried Sons and Daughters (21 years of age or older) of Permanent Residents
Third Preference (F3): Married Sons and Daughters of U.S. Citizens
Fourth Preference (F4): Brothers and Sisters of Adult U.S. Citizens
FAMILY-SPONSORED GREEN CARDS: FINAL ACTION DATES
Family-Sponsored
INDIA
F1
June 8, 2016 (was March 15, 2016)
F2A
January 1, 2022 (unchanged)
F2B
September 22, 2016 (was July 22, 2016)
F3
June 22, 2011 (was April 1, 2011)
F4
June 15, 2006 ( unchanged)
FAMILY-SPONSORED GREEN CARDS: DATES FOR FILING
Family- Sponsored
INDIA
F1
September 1, 2017 (unchanged)
F2A
February 1, 2025 (unchanged)
F2B
January 1, 2017 (unchanged)
F3
July 22, 2012 (unchanged)
F4
December 1, 2006 (was October 1, 2006)
Employment-based preferences
Individuals with extraordinary abilities in their field
Outstanding professors and researchers
Multinational executives or managers
Individuals with advanced degrees
Individuals with exceptional abilities in their respective fields
Skilled workers and professionals
"Other Workers" performing unskilled labor, with a cap of 10,000 visas
Religious workers
Certain employees of U.S. foreign service posts
Individuals who have served in the U.S. armed forces
20% for qualified immigrants investing in rural areas
10% for those investing in high unemployment areas
2% for those investing in infrastructure projects
The remaining 68% is unrestricted and available to all other eligible investors
EMPLOYMENT-BASED GREEN CARDS: FINAL ACTION DATES
Employment-based
INDIA
1st
February 15, 2022 (unchanged)
2nd
January 1, 2013 (unchanged)
3rd
April 15, 2013 (unchanged)
Other Workers
April 15, 2013 (unchanged) 4th
U
Certain Religious Workers
U 5th Unreserved(including C5, T5, I5, R5)
May 1, 2019 (unchanged)
5th Set Aside:Rural (20%)
Current
5th Set Aside:High Unemployment (10%)
Current
5th Set Aside:Infrastructure (2%)
Current
EMPLOYMENT-BASED GREEN CARDS: DATES FOR FILING
Employment-based
INDIA
1st
April 15, 2022 (unchanged)
2nd
February 1, 2013 (unchanged)
3rd
June 8, 2013 (unchanged)
Other Workers
June 8, 2013 (unchanged)
4th
February 1, 2021 (unchanged)
Certain Religious Workers
February 1, 2021 (unchanged)
5th Unreserved(including C5, T5, I5, R5)
1 April 2022 (unchanged)
5th Set Aside:(Rural - 20%)
Current
5th Set Aside:(High Unemployment - 10%)
Current
5th Set Aside:(Infrastructure - 2%)
Current
The United States Department of State's June 2025 Visa Bulletin maintains largely unchanged Final Action Dates for Indian applicants across key employment and family-based immigration categories, offering no major relief for those awaiting green cards.Indians remain in the oversubscribed category under both family- and employment-based preferences, with long waiting periods continuing for most applicants. In the family-sponsored F4 category (brothers and sisters of U.S. citizens), the Final Action Date for India is 15 June 2006. In the F1 category (unmarried sons and daughters of U.S. citizens), the date stands at 8 June 2016.Under employment-based categories, the EB-2 category (for professionals with advanced degrees or exceptional ability) remains significantly backlogged for Indian nationals. The Final Action Date is 1 January 2013. For EB-3 (skilled workers and professionals), the cut-off is 15 April 2013.The USCIS continues to require applicants for adjustment of status to use the Final Action Dates chart for June. The 'Dates for Filing' chart, which allows earlier submission of documents, is not being used by USCIS this month.India is one of the four countries affected by visa prorating provisions due to high demand, alongside China, Mexico and the Philippines. As per the Immigration and Nationality Act, a per-country cap of 7% is enforced on total family-sponsored and employment-based visas, limiting the number available for India to 25,620 annually.The worldwide limit for family-sponsored visas in fiscal year 2025 is set at 226,000, and for employment-based preference visas at a minimum of 140,000. USCIS and consular officers continue to allocate visas based on priority dates and demand reported through 2 May 2025.Immigrants from India remain subject to extended backlogs due to continued oversubscription across nearly all categories.Understanding the Visa Bulletin is crucial for individuals seeking Green Card s, as it provides vital information about the timeline for adjusting immigration status and eligibility based on application submission. The bulletin acts as a guide for the Green Card journey, featuring two essential sections.Dates for Filing: This section specifies the earliest date applicants can submit their adjustment of status or immigrant visa applications. It helps applicants determine when they can proceed with their filing based on their visa category and country of origin.Final Action Dates: These dates estimate the wait time for application approval, leading to permanent residency. They function as a queue based on visa category and nationality, indicating when applicants can expect their applications to be processed.However, there's a crucial caveat for employment-based green card (EB) adjustments. To file in August 2025, applicants must have an application date preceding a specific date listed for their category and country in the bulletin, ensuring their eligibility for filing.The significance of final action dates lies in their role in application processing. These dates vary depending on the visa type and nationality, directly impacting the duration of the green card application process and potential wait times. Understanding and monitoring these dates is essential for individuals navigating the Green Card application process.The Visa Bulletin outlines preference categories for family-sponsored immigrants, providing critical information for navigating the Green Card process. The categories are as follows:The bulletin provides detailed insights into the allocation of immigrant visas, primarily based on priority dates and demand received by April 1st of each fiscal year. When demand surpasses the available visas in a particular category or country, that category is classified as oversubscribed. In such cases, the final action date for oversubscribed categories is determined by the priority date of the first applicant who couldn't be accommodated within the numerical limits.For the fiscal year 2024, the limit for family-sponsored preference immigrants is set at 226,000, with specific allocations for each preference category. Additionally, there are per-country limits set at 7% of the total annual family-sponsored and employment-based preference limits. Immigrant visas are issued in order of priority based on the filing date of the petition.Spouses and children of preference immigrants are entitled to the same status and consideration as the principal applicant. In instances where visa issuances surpass the per-country limit, visa prorating provisions come into effect for oversubscribed chargeability areas, including China (mainland born), India, Mexico, and the Philippines. These provisions ensure fair allocation of visas among applicants from different countries.Understanding these intricacies is crucial for individuals navigating the immigrant visa process. The Visa Bulletin serves as a vital tool, providing essential information about visa availability and processing times, helping applicants plan their immigration journey effectively.The allocation of immigrant visas in the employment-based preference categories is structured to ensure a balanced distribution among various types of skilled and unskilled workers, professionals, and investors. Understanding these categories and their allocation percentages is crucial for individuals seeking employment-based immigrant visas.1. Priority Workers: This category receives 28.6% of the global employment-based preference level. It includes:Additionally, any surplus numbers not used for the fourth and fifth preferences may also be allocated here.2. Members of the Professions Holding Advanced Degrees or Individuals of Exceptional Ability: This category is also allotted 28.6% of the global employment-based preference level, plus any numbers not required by the first preference. It covers:3. Skilled Workers, Professionals, and Other Workers: This category receives 28.6% of the worldwide level, along with any numbers not required by the first and second preferences. It includes:4. Certain Special Immigrants: This category is allocated 7.1% of the global level and includes:5. Employment Creation: This category also receives 7.1% of the global level. It is further divided to ensure targeted investment and job creation:These employment-based preference categories are designed to attract a diverse pool of talented individuals to the United States, fostering economic growth and innovation. By understanding these allocation percentages and categories, applicants can better navigate the U.S. immigration system and plan their visa applications accordingly.
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