DateCurrent Guides

Visa Bulletin answers for the row you actually care about.

Short, practical explainers for employment-based applicants, family-sponsored applicants, and anyone trying to understand whether a priority date is close to current.

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What is the Visa Bulletin?

A plain-English explanation of the monthly Visa Bulletin, priority dates, and how to read your row.

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Final Action Date vs Dates for Filing

Understand the two Visa Bulletin charts and which one matters when you want to file Form I-485.

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EB-2 India Priority Date Guide

A focused guide for EB-2 India applicants tracking cutoff dates, movement, retrogression, and filing readiness.

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EB-3 India Priority Date Guide

Track EB-3 India priority dates, movement, downgrades, and how EB-3 compares with EB-2 India.

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Why Did My Priority Date Move Backward?

A plain-English explanation of Visa Bulletin retrogression and why a category can suddenly move backward.

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Family Visa Bulletin Categories Explained

Understand F1, F2A, F2B, F3, and F4 family-sponsored Visa Bulletin categories and country backlogs.

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Can I File I-485 With My Priority Date?

How to check whether your priority date may let you file adjustment of status this month.