Key Points
- The Department of State (DOS) has issued the March 2025 Visa Bulletin.
- USCIS will use the Final Action Dates chart for employment-based visa applicants.
- EB-2 sees advancements across all chargeability areas, while EB-3 progresses for India and China.
Overview
The March 2025 Visa Bulletin released by the Department of State (DOS) provides updated Final Action Dates for employment-based visa applicants. This month, US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will follow the Final Action Dates chart for adjustment of status applications.
EB-1
- India remains at February 1, 2022.
- China remains at November 8, 2022.
- All other countries remain Current (C).
EB-2
- India advances to December 1, 2012.
- China advances to May 8, 2020.
- All other chargeability areas advance to May 15, 2023.
EB-3
- India advances to February 1, 2013.
- China advances to August 1, 2020.
- All other chargeability areas remain at December 1, 2022.
The employment-based visa limit for FY 2025 remains at 140,000, with per-country caps still in effect. Demand, processing timelines, and statutory limitations shape the Visa movement.
Employers and applicants should review these priority date changes and ensure that eligible filings are submitted promptly. Timely applications can help avoid delays and ensure compliance with visa availability. For official USCIS filing guidance, visit the USCIS website.
Looking Ahead
The continued advancements in EB-2 and EB-3 for India, China, and other chargeability areas suggest a steady movement of priority dates. Future Visa Bulletins may reflect additional progress or potential retrogressions depending on demand and visa usage trends.
Employers and immigration professionals should stay proactive in monitoring visa movements and adjusting filing strategies accordingly. Consulting with immigration attorneys can help organizations navigate shifting cut-off dates and optimize case processing timelines.
With further changes expected in employment-based visa categories, stakeholders should track upcoming Visa Bulletins closely to align immigration plans with evolving priority date trends.
