EB-3 China (mainland) priority date
The current EB-3 Final Action Date for China (mainland) is January 1, 2022. The EB-3 Dates for Filing cutoff for China (mainland) is January 8, 2022.
Updated monthly
Visa Bulletin Priority Dates
The August 2026 Visa Bulletin is in effect starting August 1, 2026. USCIS is currently accepting employment-based adjustment-of-status filings using the Final Action Dates (Chart A).
- Current bulletin
- August 2026
- USCIS AOS filing chart
- Final Action Dates (Chart A)
- Last verified
- August 2, 2026
August 2026 cutoffs
Employment-based priority date charts
"Current" (C) means a visa number is available now for that category and country. "Unavailable" (U) means no numbers are available this month, regardless of priority date. Otherwise, the date shown is the cutoff — your priority date must fall on or before it.
Final Action DatesUSCIS filing chart this month
| Category | All other countries | China (mainland) | India | Mexico | Philippines |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EB-1 (Priority Workers) | Current | July 1, 2023 | October 15, 2022 | Current | Current |
| EB-2 (Advanced Degree / Exceptional Ability) | Current | September 1, 2021 | Unavailable | Current | Current |
| EB-3 (Professionals & Skilled Workers) | September 1, 2024 | January 1, 2022 | January 1, 2014 | September 1, 2024 | August 1, 2023 |
| EB-3 (Other Workers) | April 1, 2022 | May 1, 2019 | January 1, 2014 | April 1, 2022 | December 1, 2021 |
Dates for Filing
| Category | All other countries | China (mainland) | India | Mexico | Philippines |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EB-1 (Priority Workers) | Current | December 1, 2023 | December 1, 2023 | Current | Current |
| EB-2 (Advanced Degree / Exceptional Ability) | Current | January 1, 2022 | January 15, 2015 | Current | Current |
| EB-3 (Professionals & Skilled Workers) | Current | January 8, 2022 | January 15, 2015 | Current | January 1, 2024 |
| EB-3 (Other Workers) | August 1, 2022 | October 1, 2019 | January 15, 2015 | August 1, 2022 | August 1, 2022 |
By country
EB-3 priority dates by country
EB-3 (Professionals & Skilled Workers) is the most common employment-based category for sponsored nurses and allied health workers. Here is where each major chargeability country stands this month.
EB-3 India priority date
The current EB-3 Final Action Date for India is January 1, 2014. The EB-3 Dates for Filing cutoff for India is January 15, 2015.
EB-3 Mexico priority date
The current EB-3 Final Action Date for Mexico is September 1, 2024. The EB-3 Dates for Filing cutoff for Mexico is Current.
EB-3 Philippines priority date
The current EB-3 Final Action Date for Philippines is August 1, 2023. The EB-3 Dates for Filing cutoff for Philippines is January 1, 2024.
How to read it
How to read the visa bulletin
Priority date
Generally the date your PERM labor certification or immigrant petition was filed. It sets your place in line for a green card in your category and country.
Final Action vs. Dates for Filing
Final Action Dates show when a visa can actually be approved. Dates for Filing show when you can submit your application — often earlier. USCIS announces each month which chart applies to adjustment-of-status filings.
"C" and "U"
"C" means Current — visa numbers are available to everyone in that category and country. "U" means Unavailable — no numbers are being issued this month at all.
Source & freshness
How current is this?
This tracker is refreshed monthly from the official U.S. Department of State Visa Bulletin. Data shown reflects the August 2026 bulletin, effective August 1, 2026 and last verified August 2, 2026. Read the official Department of State Visa Bulletin.
This page is a convenience summary, not legal advice, and is not a substitute for the official bulletin or qualified immigration counsel. Always verify your priority date and case status against the official bulletin and your attorney or employer before making decisions based on it.
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ESPANOLA, US-NM
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Registered Nurse
DaVitaPosted Aug 8
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Registered Nurse
DaVitaPosted Aug 8
Sponsorship confirmed · checked Aug 11Verified Aug 11Rotating shift
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RN - ICU
Presbyterian Healthcare ServicesPosted Aug 14
Sponsorship confirmed · checked Aug 16Verified Aug 16Night shift
Location Address: 4801 Beckner Road Santa Fe, NM 87507 Compensation Pay Range: Minimum Offer $43.66 Maximum Offer $63.99 Summary: Responsible for utilizing the nursing process to provide direct patient care to an assigned group of patients during a shift. Responsible for...
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Registered Nurse
DaVitaPosted Aug 8
Sponsorship confirmed · checked Aug 10Verified Aug 10Rotating shift
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the visa bulletin?
The Visa Bulletin is a monthly publication from the U.S. Department of State that shows which immigrant visa applicants can move forward based on their priority date, visa category, and country of chargeability. It governs both family- and employment-based green card cases; this page tracks the employment-based (EB) categories most relevant to sponsored healthcare workers.
What is a priority date?
A priority date is generally the date a labor certification (PERM) or immigrant petition was filed on your behalf. It functions like a place in line — your priority date must be earlier than the cutoff date listed for your category and country before you can take the next step in the green card process.
What is the EB-3 India priority date right now?
As of the August 2026 Visa Bulletin, the EB-3 Final Action Date for India is January 1, 2014. This date moves every month and can advance, retrogress, or hold — always confirm against the official bulletin before making decisions based on it.
What's the difference between Final Action Dates and Dates for Filing?
Final Action Dates (Chart A) show when a green card can actually be approved and a visa number issued. Dates for Filing (Chart B) show when an applicant can submit an adjustment-of-status or immigrant visa application, which is often earlier. USCIS decides each month which chart applicants may use to file adjustment-of-status applications — check the current chart before relying on either date.
How often is the visa bulletin updated?
The U.S. Department of State publishes a new Visa Bulletin every month, typically in the second or third week of the prior month. This page is refreshed on the same monthly cadence from the official bulletin.
This FAQ is provided for general informational purposes only, offers no guarantees about outcomes or timing, and is not legal advice. Consult qualified immigration counsel for guidance on your specific case.