
Samantha Wolfe
As we delve into the February 2024 Visa Bulletin, it’s evident that the priority dates for employer-based immigrant petitions continue to face minimal advancement, contributing to prolonged wait times for immigrant visas throughout fiscal year 2024. Let’s examine the key highlights and implications of this latest update.
Key Highlights:
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Limited Movement in EB-2 and EB-3 Categories: USCIS and the State Department have reported minimal progress in the EB-2 and EB-3 categories for various regions, with exceptions for India and China.
- Use of Dates for Filing Chart: USCIS continues to utilize the Dates for Filing chart to determine eligibility for I-485 filings, reflecting priority dates expected to become current during the fiscal year.
- Impact on India and China: The final action dates for China and India across all employment-based categories, except for the Other Workers category for India, show no significant advancement.
- Continued EB-1 Category Retrogression: Despite hopes for advancement, the EB-1 category, particularly for China and India, has experienced little to no movement, impacting individuals seeking shorter green card wait times.