Family & Employment Visa Dates Updated: The U.S. Department of State has officially released the Visa Bulletin for June 2025, offering crucial updates for individuals waiting on family-sponsored and employment-based green card applications. For immigrants, employers, and immigration attorneys, these updates mark a pivotal checkpoint in what can be a long and complex process toward lawful permanent residence in the United States.
Understanding how these dates affect your place in line is essential. The bulletin outlines Final Action Dates (when visas can be issued) and Dates for Filing (when adjustment of status applications can be submitted). In this article, we’ll explore what’s changed, who benefits, and what steps you should take next. We’ll break down the data in simple terms while linking to the official U.S. government sources for clarity and reliability.
Family & Employment Visa Dates Updated
| Category | Key Updates |
|---|---|
| EB-1 India | Final Action Date: 15 FEB 2022 (Source) |
| EB-2 India | Final Action Date: 01 JAN 2013 |
| F1 Family (India) | Final Action Date: 08 JUN 2016 |
| F2A All Countries | Final Action Date: 01 JAN 2022 |
| USCIS Filing Charts | Employment-based: Final Action Dates; Family-based: Dates for Filing (USCIS) |
| EB-4 | Unavailable for all countries |
While June 2025 shows little movement in priority dates, it’s still important to stay alert. As the U.S. government works to improve processing efficiency and reduce backlogs, we may see broader advancements later in the fiscal year.
If your priority date is close, this is the time to act. Ensure your documentation is complete, medical exams are recent, and forms are signed correctly. Being ready to file as soon as you’re eligible can shave months—or even years—off your wait.
What Is the Visa Bulletin and Why It Matters
Every month, the U.S. Department of State publishes the Visa Bulletin, which details the availability of immigrant visa numbers in the family-sponsored and employment-based categories. This bulletin informs applicants when they can either apply for a green card or expect adjudication.
Two major components are:
- Final Action Dates: When a green card can be issued.
- Dates for Filing: When you can submit your I-485 Adjustment of Status paperwork.
Understanding these categories can significantly affect your immigration strategy and timeline.
Employment-Based Green Card Categories – June 2025 Analysis
EB-1 (Priority Workers)
The EB-1 category remains current for most countries, meaning green cards can be approved immediately. However, two exceptions are:
- India: 15 FEB 2022
- China: 08 NOV 2022
This represents minimal forward movement, which is typical in high-demand countries.
EB-2 (Advanced Degree Professionals)
There’s a significant backlog for Indian applicants:
- India: 01 JAN 2013
- China: 01 DEC 2020
- All Other Countries: 15 OCT 2023
This means Indian professionals with advanced degrees who filed after 2013 are still waiting.
EB-3 (Skilled Workers & Professionals)
- India: 15 APR 2013
- China: 22 NOV 2020
- All Other Countries: 08 FEB 2023
There’s slight advancement for most countries, but long delays persist for India and China.
EB-4 (Religious Workers, Special Immigrants)
The EB-4 category is now unavailable across all countries. This is due to reaching the annual cap. New applicants must wait until the new fiscal year for movement.
Family-Based Green Card Categories – June 2025 Breakdown
F1 – Unmarried Adult Children of U.S. Citizens
- India: 08 JUN 2016
- Mexico: 22 APR 2005
- Philippines: 15 JUL 2012
Minimal or no movement this month.
F2A – Spouses and Children of Permanent Residents
- All countries: 01 JAN 2022 (Final Action Date)
- This category remains relatively favorable and allows concurrent filing for many families.
F2B – Unmarried Adult Children of Permanent Residents
- India: 22 SEP 2016
- Mexico: 01 JAN 2006
- Philippines: 08 FEB 2012
F3 – Married Children of U.S. Citizens
- India: 22 JUN 2011
- Mexico: 15 JAN 2001
- Philippines: 22 SEP 2003
F4 – Siblings of U.S. Citizens
- India: 15 JUN 2006
- Mexico: 15 MAR 2001
- Philippines: 01 JUN 2005
Across all categories, India, Mexico, and the Philippines continue to face the longest wait times.
Adjustment of Status Filing Guidance for June 2025
Each month, USCIS decides whether applicants can use the Dates for Filing or the Final Action Dates chart to submit Form I-485.
For June 2025:
- Employment-Based Applicants: Must use the Final Action Dates chart.
- Family-Sponsored Applicants: Can use the Dates for Filing chart.
Tip: Filing under the Dates for Filing allows applicants to begin their green card process earlier, including obtaining work and travel permits.
Practical Steps to Take As Family & Employment Visa Dates Updated
If your priority date is approaching or has become current:
- Check your priority date on your I-140 or I-130 approval notice.
- Compare it to the June 2025 Visa Bulletin dates.
- Contact an immigration attorney or your HR department to prepare necessary documents.
- If you are eligible to file under Dates for Filing, prepare your I-485 package (medical exams, G-325A, Form I-944, etc.).
- Apply for EAD (work permit) and Advance Parole (travel permit) as part of the adjustment package.
Expert Tips to Speed Up Your Case
- Monitor the visa bulletin monthly: Movement can happen at any time.
- Sign up for State Department email alerts for real-time updates.
- Use USCIS customer service to verify file status.
- Keep all your documents up-to-date: Expired passports, visas, or medicals can cause delays.
- Avoid unauthorized employment: It can jeopardize your application.
FAQs On
What is a priority date?
A priority date is the day USCIS receives your immigration petition (I-130 or I-140). It determines your place in line for a green card.
How do I know if my date is current?
Compare your priority date to the dates in the Visa Bulletin. If your date is earlier than the posted Final Action Date, it is current.
Can I file my green card before the Final Action Date?
Yes, but only if USCIS allows filing under the Dates for Filing chart for your category that month.
Why is the EB-4 category unavailable?
It has reached its annual cap. New applications must wait for next fiscal year (starting October 1).
How often is the Visa Bulletin updated?
Monthly—typically around the 10th to 15th of each month.
