The State Department unveiled August 2026 visa bulletin on July 21, 2026.

Many family-based green card categories experienced a shift forward in applicant cut-off dates, shortening delays for family members overseas.

Employment visas tightened up, with EB-1 for Indian nationals reaching its limit after slipping back in date rankings.

EB-2 and EB-3 India cutoff dates showed no immediate change, but could shift in future updates.

EB-5 rules remain unchanged for now, requiring no revisions from applicants.

Filing deadlines and visa availability vary by country, requiring personal review.