Every month, we break down the latest Visa Bulletin to help you understand what’s changing and how it might affect your immigration journey. Here’s what you need to know from the November 2025 Visa Bulletin.

The Highlights

 

  • Little to no movement in most employment-based categories

If you’re waiting for your employment-based (EB) green card, you might notice that this month’s bulletin looks a lot like last month’s. Most “Final Action Dates” and “Dates for Filing” remain unchanged across all major categories. That means there’s no forward movement for most applicants just yet.

  •  USCIS will accept filings using the “Dates for Filing” chart

For November, USCIS confirmed that both family-based and employment-based applicants can use the Dates for Filing chart when submitting adjustment-of-status applications. That’s great news, as it allows many applicants to file early, even if their final green-card approval must wait for a visa number to become available. Filing early can also open doors to benefits like work and travel authorization while you wait.

  • Country backlogs continue for India and China

Applicants born in India and China still face longer wait times in several employment categories. While some countries remain “Current,” these two continue to experience delays, especially in the EB-1 category. It’s a reminder that the green-card queue is still heavily influenced by the country of chargeability.

What This Means for You

If you’re an employment-based applicant:

  • Check which chart applies to your category and see if your priority date is current under Dates for Filing. 
  • If you’re eligible, consider filing now to secure interim benefits like employment authorization. 
  • If you’re stuck in a backlog, explore alternative visa options such as EB-1A or O-1 that could provide a faster path. 

If you’re an employer sponsoring foreign talent:

  • Review your employees’ priority dates and filing eligibility this month. 
  • Communicate clearly about timelines, especially if the visa category shows no movement. 
  • Consider additional strategies for retaining key employees, such as concurrent nonimmigrant visa sponsorships or self-sponsored green-card options.

The Garvish Take

We know that slow movement in the Visa Bulletin can feel discouraging, but it’s also an opportunity to plan strategically. Taking advantage of the Dates for Filing chart when possible can help keep your immigration journey on track, even when final approvals are delayed.

At Garvish Immigration Law Group, we help clients understand these monthly shifts, explore faster visa options, and create long-term strategies to reach their immigration goals.

If you’re unsure how this month’s Visa Bulletin affects you, our team is here to guide you every step of the way.