Visa Bulletin October 2020 Part 2 | Important Update for EB Categories (Great news!)

TL;DR

USCIS changes Visa Bulletin allowing EB categories to use dates for filing chart in October for I-485 applications.

Transcript

Friends, I have some great news for the EB categories. Right after I published the first October Visa Bulletin video, the USCIS changed the Visa Bulletin and changed their guidance on which chart to use for filing your I-485 applications. So I wanted to make a follow-up video very quick for the EB category, specifically for India, China, and also E... Read More

Key Insights

• 🤨 USCIS changed guidance for EB categories to use dates for filing chart in October for I-485 applications.
• 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Significant advancements in priority dates for EB India and EB4 category for various countries.
• ❓ Consider consulting with attorneys for timely filing and potential category downgrades.
• 🐢 Processing times are slow, monitor closely and seek updated estimates from attorneys.
• 🧑‍🏭 Constantly changing factors like the pandemic and financial struggles affect processing times.
• 😒 Check USCIS website for updates on chart to use for Adjustment of Status applications.
• 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Likelihood of increased filings and potential impact on category dates.

Questions & Answers

Q: What changes did USCIS make to the Visa Bulletin for October?

USCIS changed their guidance, allowing EB categories to use dates for filing chart for filing I-485 applications in October, with significant advancements in priority dates.

Q: Why is it important to consult with an immigration attorney if your priority date is current?

Consulting with an immigration attorney is crucial to ensure timely filing of I-485 applications and to consider options like downgrading categories or potential risks involved.

Q: What impact does current processing times have on filing I-485 applications?

Current processing times are slow, so monitoring them with the USCIS website is essential, and attorneys can provide more current estimates based on their client experiences.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• USCIS changed guidance on which chart to use for filing I-485 applications in October for EB categories.

• Dates for filing chart are ahead of final action dates, significant for EB India with 2-5 years advancement.

• Recommends reaching out to attorneys if priority dates are current for filing I-485 applications.