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February 2025:
- I-140 approvals - 143
- Labor Certification (LC) approvals - 146
- Visa approvals - 5
- Green Card (GC) approvals - 5
USCIS Visa Bulletin
February 2025 visa bulletin for EB-3 Unskilled, the priority dates are:
FINAL ACTION DATES: 02/01/2021
(2 months movement)
DATES FOR FILING: 05/22/2021
No movement
USCIS News
New H-1B Changes: What It Means for EB-3 — Positive News for Green Card Seekers!
The USCIS has announced that the H-1B cap registration period for FY 2026 will open from March 7 to March 24, 2025. Employers must register each beneficiary using a USCIS online account and pay a $215 fee. A new beneficiary-centric selection process will prioritize unique beneficiaries over multiple registrations.
Impact on EB-3:
This announcement has little to no direct impact on the EB-3 visa category. The EB-3 program is a separate employment-based green card pathway that follows different eligibility criteria and processes.
Reduced Pressure on EB-3: With a more streamlined H-1B registration process, some employers may choose to pursue H-1B sponsorship first, potentially reducing immediate demand for EB-3 sponsorship.
Stable EB-3 Demand: Since the EB-3 visa primarily targets permanent employment rather than temporary roles like the H-1B, its demand is less influenced by seasonal H-1B registration changes.
Alternative for Non-Selected H-1B Applicants: Individuals who are not selected in the H-1B lottery may explore the EB-3 pathway as a viable alternative.
Overall, while this H-1B registration update aims to improve efficiency for that visa category, it does not negatively affect the EB-3 program and may even create opportunities for qualified candidates seeking permanent employment in the U.S.
