If you’ve been anxiously waiting for your turn to apply for a U.S. Green Card through a family-sponsored or employment-based route, the latest update from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) may be your signal to act. With the release of the June 2025 Visa Bulletin, thousands of applicants may now be eligible to submit Form I-485 – the essential step toward becoming a lawful permanent resident of the United States.
This update significantly affects those navigating the long queue of family or employment preference immigration categories, particularly individuals from backlogged countries like India, Mexico, and the Philippines. Whether you’re a skilled worker or the relative of a permanent resident, here’s what you need to know about this vital development — and how it could finally move your Green Card process forward.
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What’s New in the June 2025 Visa Bulletin?
Each month, USCIS coordinates with the Department of State to release a Visa Bulletin that outlines eligibility windows for Green Card applicants. The bulletin has two main charts: Final Action Dates and Dates for Filing. The good news for June 2025 is that USCIS will use the Dates for Filing chart for both family-based and employment-based Green Card applications.
This means a broader group of applicants can now file Form I-485 (Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status) even if their final approval date hasn’t arrived yet — a move that can speed up access to benefits like employment authorization and travel permits.
Who Can Benefit from This?
This month’s bulletin offers relief and forward movement in both family and employment categories, especially for:
- Family-Sponsored Visa Categories:
- F1: Unmarried sons and daughters of U.S. citizens
- F2A: Spouses and children of Green Card holders
- F2B: Unmarried sons and daughters (21+) of permanent residents
- F3: Married sons and daughters of U.S. citizens
- F4: Siblings of adult U.S. citizens
- Employment-Based Visa Categories:
- EB-1: Priority workers
- EB-2: Professionals with advanced degrees or exceptional ability
- EB-3: Skilled workers, professionals, and other workers
- EB-5: Immigrant investors (limited categories)
Special Highlights by Country
Certain applicants from high-demand countries like India, Mexico, and the Philippines will also see progress in their priority dates, allowing many of them to apply earlier than expected.
Spouses and children of Green Card holders (F2A) can rejoice, as the category remains current across all countries — meaning immediate eligibility to file for adjustment of status. Similarly, many EB-2 and EB-3 applicants from the Philippines and Mexico now have an open window to proceed.
How to Know If You’re Eligible to File in June 2025
To determine your eligibility, follow these steps:
- Know Your Visa Category
Identify whether you fall under a family-based (e.g., F2A, F3) or employment-based category (e.g., EB-2, EB-3). - Check Your Priority Date
Your priority date is typically the date USCIS received your initial petition (Form I-130 or I-140). If your petition required labor certification, the priority date is the date that certification was filed. - Compare with the “Dates for Filing” Chart
Look up the chart published in the June 2025 Visa Bulletin:- If your priority date is earlier than the date listed for your category and country of chargeability, you can file Form I-485 in June.
- If it’s not current yet, you’ll have to wait for future bulletins.
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Quick Glance at June 2025 “Dates for Filing” Samples
Family-Based Categories:
Category | All Countries | India | Mexico | Philippines |
---|---|---|---|---|
F1 | Sep 1, 2017 | Sep 1, 2017 | Apr 1, 2006 | Apr 22, 2015 |
F2A | Feb 1, 2025 | Current | Current | Current |
F3 | Jul 22, 2012 | Jul 22, 2012 | Jun 15, 2001 | Sep 22, 2004 |
Employment-Based Categories:
Category | All Countries | China | India | Mexico | Philippines |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
EB-1 | Current | Nov 8, 2022 | Feb 15, 2022 | Current | Current |
EB-2 | Oct 15, 2023 | Dec 1, 2020 | Jan 1, 2013 | Oct 15, 2023 | Oct 15, 2023 |
EB-3 | Feb 8, 2023 | Nov 22, 2020 | Apr 15, 2013 | Feb 8, 2023 | Feb 8, 2023 |
Note: These are illustrative snapshots. Always refer to the official USCIS bulletin to confirm exact dates.
Why This Update Is So Important
Submitting Form I-485 is the final key step for those applying for a Green Card within the U.S. It unlocks a host of benefits, including:
- Work Authorization (EAD) – Begin working legally while your Green Card application is processed.
- Advance Parole – Travel outside the U.S. without abandoning your application.
- Faster Adjustment – Filing early helps secure your place in the processing queue, especially in high-demand categories.
For many stuck in long waits — especially those from backlogged regions like India or the Philippines — this month’s bulletin represents a crucial opportunity to finally progress in the immigration system.
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How to File Form I-485
If your priority date is now current under the Dates for Filing chart, here’s what you should do next:
- Gather Supporting Documents:
- Copy of approved Form I-130 or I-140
- Birth certificate
- Passport and visa copies
- Medical examination report (Form I-693)
- Proof of lawful entry and immigration status
- Complete and Submit Form I-485:
File directly with USCIS. Ensure all documents are accurate and fees are paid. - Apply for EAD and Advance Parole (optional but recommended) using Form I-765 and Form I-131.
Conclusion
The June 2025 update from USCIS is a significant step forward for thousands of aspiring immigrants — especially those stuck in visa backlogs for years. With many categories moving forward under the Dates for Filing chart, now is the time to act if your priority date has become eligible.
Don’t miss this rare window to transition from a temporary status to permanent residency in the United States. Prepare your application documents, verify your eligibility, and submit your Green Card application confidently.
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