September 2025 Visa Bulletin: Final Action Dates for India Remain Unchanged Across Employment-Based Categories

Irving, Texas, August 15, 2025 — The U.S. Department of State has released the September 2025 Visa Bulletin, with the final action dates for India’s employment-based visa categories showing no forward movement this month.

In the EB-1 (Priority Workers) category (reserved for individuals with extraordinary ability, outstanding professors or researchers, and certain multinational executives), the cut-off date for India stands at February 15, 2022. This continues to be one of the most sought-after categories for highly accomplished professionals.

The EB-2 (Advanced Degree/Exceptional Ability) category, often utilized by professionals with advanced degrees or exceptional skills, remains at January 1, 2013. This date reflects one of the longest wait times in the employment-based immigration system, underscoring the sustained demand among Indian nationals.

For EB-3 (Skilled Workers, Professionals, and Other Workers), the cut-off date remains at May 22, 2013. This category is widely used by skilled workers and professionals, and like EB-2, faces a significant backlog for Indian applicants.

In contrast, the EB-5 (Unreserved Investor) category for India holds at November 15, 2019, reflecting comparatively shorter wait times. Meanwhile, the EB-5 Set-Aside Subcategories (covering rural projects, high-unemployment areas, and infrastructure projects) remain current. The eligible applicants can proceed in this category without delay.

While the lack of movement may be disappointing for many, experts emphasize the importance of early and strategic application planning to maximize opportunities when priority dates advance.

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