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August 2026 Visa Bulletin: Key Employment and Family-Based Immigration Updates
ByJeremy Richards Date Last Updated: July 21, 2026

The U.S. Department of State’s August 2026 Visa Bulletin brings forward movement in several employment- and family-based categories while warning that increased demand could result in retrogression before the end of the fiscal year. Here’s what applicants and employers need to know.

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DOL Plans Major Overhaul of the PERM Labor Certification Process: What Employers Need to Know
ByRebecca Kroll Date Last Updated: July 14, 2026

The Department of Labor plans to modernize the PERM labor certification process for the first time in over 20 years. Learn what the proposed changes could mean for employers sponsoring foreign workers for U.S. green cards.

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April 2026 Visa Bulletin: EB-2 & EB-3 Advance, F2A Filing Now Current
ByJeremy Richards Date Last Updated: March 19, 2026

The April 2026 Visa Bulletin shows strong advancement in EB-2 and EB-3 categories, F2A filing now current, and continued expansion in DV-2026 cutoffs.

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February 2026 Visa Bulletin Update: Trends, Priority Dates, and What to Expect
ByJeremy Richards Date Last Updated: January 28, 2026

The February 2026 Visa Bulletin continues a cautious early FY-2026 pace, with steady family- and employment-based cutoffs, strong Filing Dates in key categories like F2A, expanding DV-2026 rank numbers, and important updates on EB-4 Certain Religious Workers.

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January 2026 Visa Bulletin: Updates, Trends & Projections
ByJeremy Richards Date Last Updated: December 22, 2025

The January 2026 Visa Bulletin reflects a measured start to FY-2026, with predictable family-based advancements, conservative employment-based progress, and growing Diversity Visa availability.

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November 2025 Visa Bulletin: Outlook and Projections
ByJeremy Richards Date Last Updated: October 16, 2025

The November 2025 Visa Bulletin brings limited but steady movement across most visa categories. F2A sees another filing date advance, while EB-1, EB-2, and EB-3 remain unchanged. EB-4 stays open, EB-5 set-asides remain current, and the Diversity Visa program holds steady. Read our full analysis and projections for FY-2026.

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USCIS Updates EB-2 National Interest Waiver Guidelines
ByJeremy Richards Date Last Updated: January 16, 2025

USCIS has updated its guidance on EB-2 National Interest Waivers (NIWs), clarifying eligibility requirements and how evidence is evaluated. Learn what’s new!

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TN Visa to Green Card through Employer Sponsorship
ByRebecca Kroll Date Last Updated: December 12, 2025

Transitioning from a TN Visa to a Green Card through employment-based sponsorship is a viable pathway for many professionals from Canada and Mexico. This blog will outline the key steps and considerations involved in making this transition, including the various employment-based categories, the application process, and tips for a successful application.

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Guide to U.S. EB Visas: Pathways to Permanent Residency
ByJeremy Richards Date Last Updated: April 24, 2025

Discover how U.S. employment-based visas offer foreign professionals and investors pathways to permanent residency. Learn about eligibility, benefits, and application tips.

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EB-2

August 2026 Visa Bulletin: Key Employment and Family-Based Immigration Updates

DOL Plans Major Overhaul of the PERM Labor Certification Process: What Employers Need to Know

April 2026 Visa Bulletin: EB-2 & EB-3 Advance, F2A Filing Now Current

February 2026 Visa Bulletin Update: Trends, Priority Dates, and What to Expect

January 2026 Visa Bulletin: Updates, Trends & Projections

November 2025 Visa Bulletin: Outlook and Projections

USCIS Updates EB-2 National Interest Waiver Guidelines

TN Visa to Green Card through Employer Sponsorship

Guide to U.S. EB Visas: Pathways to Permanent Residency

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