April 2026 Visa Bulletin Shows Strong Movement in Family-Based Green Cards
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The U.S. Department of State’s April 2026 Visa Bulletin reflects notable forward movement in several family-based immigration categories. The F-1 category (adult children of U.S. citizens) advanced significantly, by approximately six months across most countries, while the F-2B and F-3 categories also showed steady progress. Perhaps the most impactful update was the return of the F-2A category to “current” worldwide, benefiting spouses and minor children of lawful permanent residents.
Employment-based categories saw more modest developments. While EB-1 and EB-2 remained largely unchanged, there was slight advancement in EB-2 India and meaningful movement in EB-3, which is now current for most countries. These trends underscore the continued importance of closely monitoring visa bulletin updates, particularly for applicants planning adjustment of status filings or consular processing timelines.
For applicants already present in the United States, USCIS has indicated that the “Dates for Filing” chart must be used for April 2026 filings, allowing certain individuals to move forward with green card applications sooner than anticipated.
Individuals benefiting from visa bulletin movement should act promptly to prepare documentation and evaluate long-term immigration planning strategies. In some cases, upgrading employment-based petitions or exploring alternative immigrant categories may reduce overall waiting periods.
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