The May 2026 Visa Bulletin records significant increases in several family sponsorship categories, continuing the upward trend from the previous month and signaling accelerated case processing.

📌 Final Action Dates:
F1 category increased by 123 days
F2A category increased by 182 days
F2B category remains unchanged
F3 category increased by 55 days
F4 category increased by 99 days

📌 Dates for Filing:
F1 category increased by 214 days
F2A category is Current (no wait time)
F2B category increased by 146 days
F3 category increased by 16 days
F4 category increased by 109 days

Data shows significant progress for F1, F2A, and F4 categories. Notably, F2A remains current, facilitating filing amidst widespread visa policy tightening measures.

The sharp increases over two consecutive months reflect a trend toward faster processing. However, uneven growth across categories suggests progress still depends on specific case groups and fluctuations resulting from the sharp reduction in federal staffing under the new administration.

Applicants should closely monitor the visa bulletin to take advantage of the right timing for their next steps, especially as the government pushes to abolish birthright citizenship in the courts.

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