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Step-by-step green card guides for EB-1, EB-2 NIW, EB-3, EB-5 investor, family-based, and DV lottery pathways. Covers PERM labor certification, I-140, I-485, consular processing, and priority date tracking.
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Answers from VisaVerge guidesWhat actions should EB-3 Indian applicants take based on the August 2025 Visa Bulletin?
EB-3 Indian applicants with priority dates before May 22, 2013, can now file for adjustment of status or consular processing.
Read: US August Visa Bulletin Shows Mixed Progress for Indian Green Card ApplicantsWhat is the impact of the October 2025 Visa Bulletin on Indian EB-5 applicants?
Indian EB-5 applicants with priority dates before February 1, 2021, can now pursue consular interviews or file I-485.
Read: Indian EB-5 Jump as Oct 2025 Bulletin Advances 15 MonthsWhat are the key takeaways from the December 2025 Visa Bulletin?
The bulletin advances employment Final Action Dates for EB-1, EB-2, and EB-3, but family F2B category suffers deep retrogression.
Read: December 2025 Visa Bulletin: EB Chooses Up, Family Faces DelaysWhen can immigrant visa applicants move forward with their cases in November 2025?
The Final Action Dates chart shows when visas can be issued or when adjustment applications can be approved.
Read: Understanding November 2025 Visa Bulletin: Everything You Need to KnowWhat are the implications for Indian EB-5 investors with priority dates after May 1, 2019, according to the May 2025 Visa Bulletin?
Indian EB-5 investors with priority dates after May 1, 2019, will need to wait for further updates in future Visa Bulletins before they can proceed with their applications.
Read: May 2025 Visa Bulletin slows Indian EB-5 progress by six months
What to Do After Winning the Diversity Visa Lottery Before September 30, 2026
A guide for DV-2026 winners on filing the DS-260, gathering documents, and meeting the September 30, 2026, deadline to secure a U.S. green card.
Diversity Visa Lottery results for FY 2026 released by State Department
The FY 2026 Diversity Visa Lottery results are available. Winners can check status using the official website and…
May 2025 Visa Bulletin slows Indian EB-5 progress by six months
Indian nationals face EB-5 Unreserved delays as the May 2025 Visa Bulletin prioritizes rural project visas. EB-3 advanced…
Green Card Eligibility Clarified for K-1 and K-2 Visa Holders
Starting in 2025, USCIS introduces significant simplifications to Green Card processes for K-1 and K-2 visa holders. COVID-19…
How to Spot and Report EB-5 Investment Scams in the Vetting Center Era
Learn how to spot and avoid EB-5 investment fraud in 2026 as USCIS launches new vetting measures to…
April 2025 Visa Bulletin Brings New Hurdles for Indian EB-5 Applicants
The April 2025 Visa Bulletin, issued on March 10, 2025, by the U.S. Department of State, revealed a…
Donald Trump’s Push to End EB-5 Faces Limits, Investors Safe Until 2026
Donald Trump announced plans to replace the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program. However, investments made under the program up…
Why the EB-5 Program’s Rules Can’t Be Changed Without Congress
The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, established by Congress, can only be altered through legislative action, not by presidential…
Trump’s Gold Card Proposal Sparks Debate Over EB-5 Visa Replacement
The proposed "Trump Gold Card" visa differs significantly from the EB-5 program. It requires a $5 million investment—far…
Will Trump’s New “Gold Card” Visa Replace the Long-Standing EB-5 Program?
President Trump's proposed "gold card" visa may replace the EB-5 program, requiring a $5 million investment for U.S.…