What Changed This Month
Dates were largely unchanged this month.
EB Final Action Dates — May 2026
| Category | India | China | Mexico | Philippines | Rest of World |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EB-1 | Apr 1, 2023 — | Apr 1, 2023 — | Current — | Current — | Current — |
| EB-2 | Jul 15, 2014 — | Sep 1, 2021 — | Current — | Current — | Current — |
| EB-3 | Nov 15, 2013 — | Jun 15, 2021 — | Jun 1, 2024 — | Aug 1, 2023 — | Jun 1, 2024 — |
| Category | India | China | Mexico | Philippines | Rest of World |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EB-1 | Dec 1, 2023 — | Dec 1, 2023 — | Current — | Current — | Current — |
| EB-2 | Jan 15, 2015 — | Jan 1, 2022 — | Current — | Current — | Current — |
| EB-3 | Jan 15, 2015 — | Jan 1, 2022 — | Current — | Jan 1, 2024 — | Current — |
FB Final Action Dates — May 2026
| Category | India | China | Mexico | Philippines | Rest of World |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F1 | Sep 1, 2017 ▲ +4mo | Sep 1, 2017 ▲ +4mo | Aug 15, 2007 ▲ +6mo | May 1, 2013 — | Sep 1, 2017 ▲ +4mo |
| F2A | Aug 1, 2024 ▲ +6mo | Aug 1, 2024 ▲ +6mo | Aug 1, 2023 ▲ +6mo | Aug 1, 2024 ▲ +6mo | Aug 1, 2024 ▲ +6mo |
| F2B | May 22, 2017 — | May 22, 2017 — | Feb 15, 2009 — | Apr 8, 2013 — | May 22, 2017 — |
| F3 | Feb 15, 2012 ▲ +2mo | Feb 15, 2012 ▲ +2mo | May 1, 2001 — | Nov 22, 2005 ▲ +5mo | Feb 15, 2012 ▲ +2mo |
| F4 | Nov 1, 2006 — | Sep 15, 2008 ▲ +3mo | Apr 8, 2001 — | Jul 15, 2007 ▲ +5mo | Sep 15, 2008 ▲ +3mo |
| Category | India | China | Mexico | Philippines | Rest of World |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F1 | Oct 1, 2018 ▲ +7mo | Oct 1, 2018 ▲ +7mo | Oct 1, 2008 ▲ +6mo | Apr 22, 2015 — | Oct 1, 2018 ▲ +7mo |
| F2A | Current — | Current — | Current — | Current — | Current — |
| F2B | Jan 1, 2018 ▲ +5mo | Jan 1, 2018 ▲ +5mo | May 15, 2010 — | Oct 1, 2013 — | Jan 1, 2018 ▲ +5mo |
| F3 | Dec 8, 2012 ▲ +1mo | Dec 8, 2012 ▲ +1mo | Jul 15, 2001 — | Aug 8, 2006 ▲ +1mo | Dec 8, 2012 ▲ +1mo |
| F4 | Dec 15, 2006 — | Sep 1, 2009 ▲ +4mo | Apr 30, 2001 — | Mar 22, 2008 — | Sep 1, 2009 ▲ +4mo |
May 2026 Bulletin Overview
Priority dates were largely unchanged in the May 2026 bulletin. The Department of State held most categories steady, reflecting current visa number demand and usage patterns.
Filing Dates (Chart B) are ahead of Final Action dates for India EB-1, India EB-2, India EB-3 and 4 other categories. If USCIS accepts Chart B for May 2026, applicants in these categories may be able to file their I-485 before their Final Action date is reached — check the USCIS website for the official determination each month.
On the family-based side, 16 categories advanced this month. India F2A saw the largest move at +6 months.
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Analyze My Wait →Data sourced from the U.S. Department of State Visa Bulletin for May 2026. For informational purposes only — not legal advice. Consult a qualified immigration attorney for advice specific to your situation.