Indians waiting for Green Card can check status in advance

Highlights: Indians waiting for Green Card can now check their status

• January 2024 visa bulletin has been released by the US department of state.
• Deadlines for the visa fillings and approvals, and processing of petitions has been states in the bulletin.
• Both the dates for filling applications and final action dates are listed.
• Foreign nationals must have a priority date earlier than the given date for filing an EB adjustment application.

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US department of state releases January 2024 visa bulletin

The US department of state has released the January 2024 visa bulletin providing important information on the deadlines that determine the availability of immigrant visas and the processing of petitions for adjustment of status for the visa fillings and approvals.

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The second quarter of fiscal year will bring significant progress in the Dates for filling, especially for India EB-1 applicants.

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Details about the visa bulletin

The bulletin comprises of both dates for filling applications and application final action dates chart.

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Starting January 2024, the USCIS will opt for the Dates for Filing chart for employment-based (EB) submissions for adjustment of status. The Dates for Filing chart states when petitions can be accepted, leading to issuance of permanent residence.

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Foreign nationals must have a priority date that is earlier than the stated date for their preference category in order to submit an EB adjustment application.

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Only the candidates having a priority date earlier than the given date can submit their applications for the categories listed in specific dates.

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Green card or immigration visa applications will be determined by the final action dates. The process aligns with the nation of chargeability and the specific visa category on these dates.

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Family sponsored applications

Final action dates

Dates for filling

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Employment-based preferences

First: 28.6% of the worldwide employment based preference level, along with excess numbers not utilized from the fourth and fifth preferences.

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Second:? Individuals with exceptional ability or members of professions holding advanced degrees: 28.6% of the worldwide employment based preference level.

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Third: Represents 28.6% of the global level for professionals, skilled workers, and other workers.

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Fourth: 7.1% of all immigrants worldwide.

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Fifth: Comprises of 7.1% of global level for professionals with specific allocations given for qualified immigrants investing in designated areas, participating in infrastructure projects, and investing in rural areas.

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Final Action dates

Dates for filling