Visa Bulletin for January 2025 – Employment-Based Categories (EB-3)
The Visa Bulletin provides updates for individuals tracking the status of their U.S. immigrant visa applications. It outlines the priority dates for processing visa applications and scheduling interviews for various family and employment-based categories.

 

FINAL ACTION DATES FOR EMPLOYMENT-BASED PREFERENCE CASES:

The Final Action Dates chart in the U.S. Department of State Visa Bulletin indicates the dates by which visa numbers are authorized for issuance to applicants in various employment-based immigration categories.The date listed under “Final Action Dates” represents the earliest priority date for which an immigrant visa or adjustment of status application can be approved. If an applicant’s priority date is earlier than or matches the date listed, they are eligible to receive an interview schedule or have their green card application processed.

 

 

  • EB-3 Skilled Workers and Professionals: Vietnam falls under the “All Chargeability Areas Except Those Listed” column, where the priority date is 01DEC22
  • EB-3 Unskilled Workers (Other Workers): Vietnam again falls under the “All Chargeability Areas Except Those Listed” column, where the priority date is 08DEC20
  • C: “Current – Continuing to process all eligible applications. Applicable only to applicants with priority dates earlier than the default cut-off date.
  • U: “Unauthorized – Temporarily suspended issuance.

DATES FOR FILING OF EMPLOYMENT-BASED VISA APPLICATIONS

The chart below reflects dates for filing visa applications within a timeframe justifying immediate action in the application process. Applicants for immigrant visas who have a priority date earlier than the application date in the chart may assemble and submit required documents to the Department of State’s National Visa Center, following receipt of notification from the National Visa Center containing detailed instructions.

 

 

  • EB-3 Skilled Workers and Professionals: Vietnam falls under the “All Chargeability Areas Except Those Listed” column, where the priority date is 01MAR23
  • EB-3 Unskilled Workers (Other Workers): Vietnam again falls under the “All Chargeability Areas Except Those Listed” column, where the priority date is 22MAY21
  • C -“Current”: all applicants in the relevant category may file, regardless of priority date.

– By monitoring the Dates for Filing for EB-3 applications, you can better plan your application timeline and ensure your case is documentarily complete when your priority date becomes current. For any uncertainties or guidance, consult your legal advisor or refer to the Visa Bulletin issued by the U.S. Department of State.

https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/legal/visa-law0/visa-bulletin/2025/visa-bulletin-for-january-2025.html

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