November 2026 Visa Bulletin Released: Priority Date Movement for EB-3 & Family Visas

The U.S. Department of State has officially released the Visa Bulletin for November 2026, marking the latest monthly update governing immigrant visa availability. The bulletin, designated as Volume XI, Number 20, provides the cutoff dates that determine which applicants may move forward with their green card applications based on their priority dates. For EB-3 applicants — including skilled workers, professionals, and unskilled workers — the bulletin is a critical document that dictates whether they can file adjustment of status or proceed with consular processing. Movement in EB-3 priority dates, particularly for heavily backlogged countries such as India and China, can significantly impact wait times that currently span years or even decades. Family-based visa categories including F1, F2A, F3, and F4 are also covered in the bulletin, with priority date movements affecting thousands of petitioners awaiting immigrant visa numbers. The F2A category (spouses and children of lawful permanent residents) has historically seen more favorable movement than other family preference categories. Applicants are advised to compare the new cutoff dates against their individual priority dates and consult with their immigration attorneys to determine eligibility for filing. USCIS typically confirms which chart (Final Action Dates or Dates for Filing) may be used for adjustment of status applications shortly after each bulletin's release. The full November 2026 Visa Bulletin PDF is available through the Department of State's travel.state.gov website. EB-3 applicants should monitor both the Final Action Dates and Dates for Filing charts to plan their next steps accordingly.