The U.S. Department of State has released the December 2025 Visa Bulletin, providing important updates on immigrant visa availability. For December, USCIS has announced that all family-sponsored and employment-based preference categories must use the ‘Dates for Filing’ chart. This is a positive development for many applicants, as the Dates for Filing are often more favorable than the ‘Final Action Dates.’ The bulletin shows advancements in priority dates across many categories, which is welcome news for those waiting for their green card applications to move forward. The bulletin also includes updates on the Diversity Visa (DV) program, the extension of the Employment Fourth Preference Religious Workers (SR) category, and U.S. government employee Special Immigrant Visas (SIVs). Applicants should carefully review the new charts to determine if they are eligible to file their adjustment of status applications.
December 2025 Visa Bulletin Released: Key Priority Date Updates - Green Card News
The December 2025 Visa Bulletin has been released, and USCIS will be using the ‘Dates for Filing’ chart for all family and employment-based categories, allowing many to file their applications sooner.
What This Means for You:
- Opportunity to File Sooner: If your priority date is current under the ‘Dates for Filing’ chart, you may be able to submit your adjustment of status application.
- Who Should Be Concerned: All individuals with pending immigrant visa or adjustment of status applications, in both family-based and employment-based categories.
- Timeline for Action: This is effective for the month of December 2025. You should act promptly if your date is current.
- Next Steps: Review the December 2025 Visa Bulletin on the State Department website. If your priority date is current, consult with an immigration attorney to prepare and file your adjustment of status application.
Source: Aila.org