October 2025 Visa Bulletin Released with Notable Progress

The October 2025 Visa Bulletin has been released, marking the start of a new fiscal year and a reset of annual visa limits. USCIS has announced that applicants should use Chart B (Dates for Filing) this month for both employment-based and family-sponsored categories. This means many individuals may be eligible to file adjustment of status applications sooner, unlocking benefits like work and travel authorization while they wait for their green card.

Highlights include forward movement across most employment-based categories, with particularly meaningful relief for Indian nationals in EB-2, EB-3, and EB-5. EB-1 remains current for most countries, creating opportunities for faster filings, while EB-5 set-aside categories remain fully current worldwide. However, EB-5 Unreserved for China has retrogressed by three months. Family-sponsored categories also see modest but steady progress.

Employers should take advantage of this early-year momentum to reassess immigration strategies, move quickly on pending cases, and identify employees who may now be eligible to file. Employees should confirm their eligibility and prepare documentation to file promptly. Acting now can reduce uncertainty and secure valuable interim benefits while waiting for green card approval.

This is posting is for informational purposes and is not intended as legal advice. If you require further assistance or advice relating to the above, please contact our Partner, Catherine Betancourt at catherine@flynnhodkinson.com.