The State Department unveiled August 2026 visa bulletin on July 21, 2026.
Most family-based green card categories saw forward movement in applicant date thresholds, reducing wait times for loved ones abroad.
Work visas became more restrictive, with India’s EB-1 category ending after slipping back in priority dates.
EB-2 and EB-3 India cutoff dates reflected no immediate change, but could shift in next bulletins.
EB-5 rules stay the same for now, requiring no adjustments from applicants.
Filing deadlines and visa availability differ by country, requiring personal review.