5 September 2024
The U.S. Department of State’s August 2024 Visa Bulletin has introduced significant updates in both family-based and employment-based categories:
Family-Based Visa Categories
- F2A: Significant advancement, reducing wait times for spouses and children of permanent residents.
- F-2B, F-3, F-4: Noticeable movement, benefitting unmarried adult children and siblings of U.S. citizens.
Employment-Based Visa Categories
- EB-2 and EB-3 for India: Major strides forward, improving the prospects for skilled professionals.
Family-Based Petitions:
- F2A: Worldwide moves from November 1, 2023, to June 15, 2024.
- F-2B (Mexico): Advances from July 8, 2004, to July 15, 2004.
- F-3: Shifts from October 1, 2010, to November 1, 2011.
- F-4 (Mexico): Moves from April 28, 2001, to April 30, 2001.
Employment-Based Petitions:
- EB-2 (India): Final Action Date advances to July 15, 2012; Filing Date to July 22, 2012.
- EB-3 (India): Final Action Date moves to October 22, 2012; Filing Date to November 1, 2012.
These changes provide new opportunities for many applicants, bringing them closer to their immigration goals. For tailored advice and comprehensive support, the VKM Law Group is here to help.
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