How do I unsubscribe from the US Visa Bulletin?
To be removed from the Department of State’s E-mail subscription list for the “Visa Bulletin”, send an e-mail message to the following E-mail address: The Department of State also has available a recorded message with visa final action dates which can be heard at: (202) 485-7699.
When does the year of entitlement end for a DV visa?
Entitlement to immigrant status in the DV category lasts only through the end of the fiscal (visa) year for which the applicant is selected in the lottery. The year of entitlement for all applicants registered for the DV-2018 program ends as of September 30, 2018. DV visas may not be issued to DV-2018 applicants after that date.
What are the procedures for determining dates for numerically limited visas?
1. Procedures for determining dates. Consular officers are required to report to the Department of State documentarily qualified applicants for numerically limited visas; USCIS reports applicants for adjustment of status.
Where to find USCIS final action dates for adjustment of status?
Unless otherwise indicated on the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) website at www.uscis.gov/visabulletininfo , individuals seeking to file applications for adjustment of status with USCIS in the Department of Homeland Security must use the “Final Action Dates” charts below for determining when they can file such applications.
What is Visa Bulletin current date?
Current: In the context of the visa bulletin, “current” means no backlog and no wait time for a green card. A particular priority date becomes “current” once it reaches the front of the line and a green card is available.
How long does it take for NVC to schedule interview 2022?
How long does it take to get an appointment? Although NVC strives to schedule appointments within three months of NVC's acceptance of all requested documentation, this timeframe is subject to the operating status and capacity of the consular section.
Why did Visa Bulletin go back?
Visa retrogression is usually caused because the “annual limit for a category or country has been used up or is expected to be used up soon.” Usually, things return to normal (the cut-off dates shift back to where they were before the retrogression) when the new fiscal year begins on October 1.
How do I check my Visa Bulletin?
Open the Visa Bulletin. Open the Department of State visa bulletin at https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/legal/visa-law0/visa-bulletin.html. Click on the month of the “Current Visa Bulletin”.
How long does it take for NVC to send case to Embassy 2022?
Your petition is awaiting an interview appointment. At this time, no further action is required. We appreciate your patience. After the NVC sends you this confirmation, then you can expect to wait between 2-6 months for the NVC to schedule you an interview at the U.S. consulate in your home country.
What is a current priority date with NVC?
The date your petition was filed is called your priority date.
Will USCIS speed up 2022?
Washington, D.C., May 6, 2021: Reports from USCIS and from Donoso & Partners' own recent experience indicate that USCIS processing times are likely to drop during the remainder of 2021 and through 2022.
How long does it take to get an interview after Documentarily qualified?
90 daysWe suggest waiting at least 90 days from notice that your case is documentarily qualified before calling. When you receive an appointment letter from NVC, it will provide the date and time of your visa interview at a U.S. embassy or consulate overseas.
How long does F4 visa category take?
between 18 and 25 yearsHow long is the F4 visa processing time? The F4 Visa processing time is generally long. Depending upon your country, it could take anywhere between 18 and 25 years to get your visa processed.
How do you know if U.S. visa is approved?
You can check the status of your visa application on ceac.state.gov. If your visa has been denied, you may find useful information on Ineligibilities and Waivers on usvisas.state.gov.
Does U.S. Embassy issue visa now?
U.S. Embassy Manila has resumed all routine visa services. Wait times for interviews are longer than before the pandemic, except for immediate relatives. For nonimmigrant visas, the embassy is prioritizing applicants with urgent travel needs.
Why green card dates are not moving?
If green cards are unavailable, you will not see any movement from that final action date. However, if the limit has been passed, you may see the date retrogress or move backward away from your priority date.
Is NVC scheduling interviews in 2022?
After reviewing your application, the NVC will schedule your immigrant visa interview. As of April 25, 2022, the NVC is reviewing documents submitted on or before February 4, 2022. Applicants must still complete all necessary formalities for their applications before the NVC reviews their case.
How long does NVC take to review resubmitted documents 2022?
Document review takes 71 days.
How long does it take USCIS to schedule an interview 2022?
INTERVIEW. The citizenship interview usually takes place about 14.5 months, on average, after USCIS receives your naturalization application (sooner or later for some applicants).
How long does it take to get scheduled interview after being Documentarily qualified?
Cases are queued for interviews based on the date they were documentarily qualified (not their Priority Date, or receipt date). Posts give their availability for interviews 30 to 60 days in advance by immigration category.
Dates to Keep in Mind
So, if you are interested in getting a green card but have never encountered the monthly visa bulletins, here are some definitions to get you up to speed.
Family-Based Visas
The family-based category of green cards is dependent on which family member can sponsor you. This category is divided into four preference levels and five chargeability areas (countries). These are China, India, Mexico, the Philippines, and all other countries (we’ll call this the general category).
Employment-Based Visas
The green cards that are based on employment require you to work in the U.S. either through an employer or on your own. This newest visa bulletin has officially added a new chargeability area to the six that previously existed for employment green cards. There are now a total of seven chargeability areas and five preference levels.
May Visa Bulletin Predictions
As we discussed earlier, the Department of State has added Vietnam to the list of individual chargeability areas. According to the May visa bulletin, this was because Vietnam will oversubscribe the EB-5 category. It states that “the Vietnam Employment Fifth preference category will remain subject to a final action date for the foreseeable future.”
How to Stay In the Loop
There are many benefits of being in-the-know when it comes to your immigration situation. The landscape is constantly changing, so you can save time, effort, and money by staying on top of the latest info like the May visa bulletin.