The U.S. Department of State has released the June 2025 Visa Bulletin, offering critical insights for applicants pursuing family-based, employment-based, and Diversity Visa (DV) categories. Understanding this bulletin is vital for determining your eligibility to file for adjustment of status or complete consular processing.
Here’s a breakdown of the key updates from the June 2025 Visa Bulletin, including final action dates and dates for filing.
Family-Based Categories: Slow Progress Continues
While there is some movement in the “Dates for Filing” chart, the “Final Action Dates” remain largely backlogged for several countries, notably Mexico, India, the Philippines, and mainland China.
Final Action Dates (Highlights):
- F1 (Unmarried Sons/Daughters of U.S. Citizens):
Most countries: June 8, 2016
Mexico: April 22, 2005 | Philippines: July 15, 2012 - F2A (Spouses and Children of Permanent Residents):
Current for all countries except Mexico (cut-off: May 15, 2021) - F3 (Married Sons/Daughters of U.S. Citizens):
Most countries: June 22, 2011
Mexico: January 15, 2001 | Philippines: September 22, 2003 - F4 (Siblings of Adult U.S. Citizens):
Most countries: January 1, 2008
India: June 15, 2006 | Mexico: March 15, 2001
Dates for Filing (Highlights):
- F2A is current for all countries (February 1, 2025), encouraging applicants to gather documentation for filing.
Employment-Based Categories: EB-2 and EB-3 Continue to Lag for India
The employment-based categories remain severely retrogressed for Indian applicants, particularly in EB-2 and EB-3.
Final Action Dates (Highlights):
- EB-1 (Priority Workers):
India: February 15, 2022 | China: November 8, 2022 | All others: Current - EB-2 (Advanced Degree/Exceptional Ability):
India: January 1, 2013 | China: December 1, 2020 | All others: October 15, 2023 - EB-3 (Skilled Workers/Professionals):
India: April 15, 2013 | China: November 22, 2020 | All others: February 8, 2023
Dates for Filing (Highlights):
- EB-2:
India: January 1, 2021 | All others: November 15, 2023 - EB-3:
India: December 22, 2020 | All others: March 1, 2023
Diversity Visa (DV) Program: Steady Advancement for FY2025
The DV-2025 program continues to move forward. The June 2025 cut-off numbers are as follows:
- Africa: 42,500 (except Egypt: 36,250 | Morocco: 30,000)
- Asia: 8,250 (Nepal and Iran: 8,000)
- Europe: 17,500
- South America & Caribbean: 2,300
- Oceania: 1,550
- North America (Bahamas): 20
July cut-offs reflect further forward movement in all regions.
🗓️ Important Reminder: DV-2025 applicants must secure visa issuance before September 30, 2025. Visa availability is not guaranteed through the fiscal year-end.
What Should Applicants Do Now?
- Check USCIS website: Applicants should verify whether USCIS will accept filings based on the “Dates for Filing” or “Final Action Dates” this month at uscis.gov/visabulletininfo.
- Document preparation: Those with current priority dates should begin compiling required documents immediately.
- Seek legal guidance: Given continued retrogressions in high-demand categories, consider alternate pathways or adjustment strategies.
Expert Guidance for Immigrant Applicants
At Ahluwalia Law Offices, we provide strategic counsel for foreign nationals, visa holders, and investors navigating the complex U.S. immigration system. Our team monitors developments like the Visa Bulletin to ensure timely and informed legal action.
To learn how the June 2025 Visa Bulletin impacts your case, contact our team today.
