Visa Bulletin
Data Reference Only: Visa bulletin movement depends on many complex factors managed by the Department of State. Historical trends and queue analysis should be used as general reference only. Actual movement can vary significantly based on visa demand, processing capacity, and policy changes. This tool is not affiliated with USCIS or the Department of State.
Priority dates for Mexico
Final Action Dates and Dates for Filing
| Category | Final Action Date | Dates for Filing |
|---|---|---|
EB-1 Priority Workers (Extraordinary Ability, Outstanding Professors/Researchers, Multinational Executives) | Current No Change | Current No Change |
EB-2 Advanced Degrees or Exceptional Ability (includes National Interest Waiver) | Current Advanced | Current No Change |
EB-3 Professionals Professionals and Skilled Workers | Jun 1, 2024 +244d | Current Advanced |
Priority date movement over time
Reading the chart: "Current" means no backlog — the priority date is current and visas are immediately available. "Unavailable" means no visas are being issued for that category. Gaps in the line indicate "Unavailable" periods.
Pending I-485 applications by priority date at USCIS
The chart shows the number of pending I-485 applications grouped by their Priority Date (month and year).
Bars: Represent the volume of applicants waiting with that specific priority date. Higher bars indicate more competition.
Red Line (Final Action Date): Applications to the left have priority dates that are likely "Current" according to the Visa Bulletin. Applications to the right are waiting for visa numbers to become available.
Employment-based preference categories are subject to numerical limits:
*Actual numbers vary based on spillover from other categories and unused family-based visas.