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

A majority family-based green card categories saw forward movement in applicant priority dates, easing delays for family members overseas.

Work visas tightened, with India’s EB-1 category ending after slipping back in priority dates.

EB-2 and EB-3 India cutoff dates showed no immediate change, but could adjust in next bulletins.

EB-5 rules are unchanged for now, requiring no adjustments from applicants.

Filing deadlines and visa availability change by country, requiring individual assessment.