Immigration Visa Bulletin

The Immigration Visa Bulletin is a monthly publication by the U.S. Department of State that indicates which green card applications can move forward based on applicants' countries and categories. It shows "priority dates," meaning the cutoff date applicants’ cases must reach to be eligible for approval. When your priority date becomes current, you can proceed with your visa processing or interview. This bulletin helps applicants understand their place in the waitlist for permanent residency in the U.S., as the wait times vary depending on their country and visa category.