The March 2026 Visa Bulletin has revealed significant advancements in visa availability for foreign nationals, particularly benefiting applicants from the Rest of World, Mexico, and the Philippines, who are now categorized as ‘Current.’ Meanwhile, applicants from India have seen their wait times reduced by nearly one year, while those from China remain unchanged. However, the bulletin includes a cautionary note that increased demand may lead to retrogression later in the fiscal year.
Key Details:
- Visa categories for Rest of World, Mexico & Philippines: Current
- India: Advancement of nearly 1 year
- China: No change in visa availability
- Warning: Potential retrogression as demand increases later in the fiscal year
This unexpected shift is attributed to the collapse of travel bans, which resulted in a significant redistribution of unused visa numbers. Immigration practitioners are advised to act swiftly, with recommendations to file Form I-485 to secure priority dates before any potential changes occur in the Visa Bulletin.
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Source: Guzal A.