The December 2025 Visa Bulletin brings hopeful news for Indian nationals seeking U.S. employment-based green cards. Several employment-based (EB) visa categories have shown forward movement, offering fresh optimism for thousands of Indian applicants. Although family-based visa categories remain largely static, the EB categories such as EB‑2 and EB‑3 have seen progress.
For Indian applicants whose priority dates—when their immigration petition was filed—are earlier than the new cut-off dates, this change may mean they can now continue with their green card process. Though the cut-off dates have not moved drastically, any shift forward is considered positive progress amid long wait times.
In particular, EB‑2 has moved to 15 May 2013 and EB‑3 to 22 September 2013. While this still leaves a large number in the queue, it signals that the backlog is beginning to ease. The slight forward movement is attributed to reduced visa usage in recent months, allowing more applications to be processed.
Applicants are advised to check their priority dates, ensure their paperwork is current with USCIS or the National Visa Center, and refer to the Dates for Filing chart to potentially submit documents earlier. Staying updated on visa movements is crucial, as dates can also move backward if demand increases suddenly.
Though slow, this progress marks a step in the right direction. It shows that efforts are underway to address immigration backlogs. Indian nationals awaiting green cards under employment-based categories now have a renewed opportunity to move closer to their American dream.
For those still waiting, patience and preparation remain key. With steady monitoring and proper documentation, this progress brings hope that the long journey toward permanent residency is finally moving forward.
