The U.S. Department of State has released the November 2025 Visa Bulletin, providing critical information for thousands of immigrants waiting for green cards. The bulletin, published on November 1, 2025, includes Final Action Dates and Dates for Filing Applications for both employment-based and family-based immigration categories. The Visa Bulletin determines when visa applicants can file adjustment of status applications or immigrant visa applications at U.S. consulates abroad. Priority date movement in the bulletin directly impacts wait times for green card processing and helps applicants understand when they may become eligible to move forward with their cases. The bulletin is essential reading for anyone in the employment-based preference categories (EB-1, EB-2, EB-3, EB-4, and EB-5) as well as family-based categories. Applicants should check the bulletin monthly, as priority dates can advance, retrogress, or remain current depending on visa availability. Understanding the Visa Bulletin is crucial for immigration planning and knowing when to prepare documentation for the next step in the green card process.
November 2025 Visa Bulletin Released - Priority Date Updates for Green Card Applicants
The State Department released the November 2025 Visa Bulletin, showing priority date movement for employment-based and family-based green card applicants.
What This Means for You:
- Who Should Be Concerned: All individuals waiting for employment-based or family-based green cards, including those with approved I-140 or I-130 petitions.
- Timeline for Action: The bulletin is effective for November 2025. Check monthly for updates as priority dates can change.
- Next Steps: If your priority date is current under the Final Action Date chart, you can file Form I-485 (adjustment of status) or proceed with consular processing. If your date is current under the Dates for Filing chart and USCIS announces they are accepting applications based on that chart, you may also file. Consult with an immigration attorney to ensure you file correctly and on time.
Source: Travel.state.gov