EB-3 Lùi Tháng 10/2026: October 2026 Visa Bulletin Priority Date Update

The October 2026 Visa Bulletin has been published, bringing notable changes for employment-based and family-based immigration categories. According to analysis by the International Legal and Business Services Group, the EB-3 category is experiencing retrogression in priority dates, meaning applicants with previously current dates may face additional waiting periods before their cases can move forward. For EB-3 applicants — including skilled workers, professionals, and unskilled workers — this retrogression means that the filing and final action dates have moved backward compared to the September 2026 bulletin. This directly affects when applicants can file adjustment of status applications or proceed with consular processing abroad. In contrast, the F2A family preference category (spouses and minor children of lawful permanent residents) is showing advancement, offering some positive movement for family-based petitioners. The divergence between categories highlights the ongoing demand-driven fluctuations in visa number availability each fiscal year. EB-3 applicants are strongly advised to verify their priority dates against the October 2026 chart and consult with their immigration attorneys before scheduling interviews or submitting any filings. Those with pending cases should confirm whether their dates remain current under both the Final Action Dates and Dates for Filing charts.