New Delhi, March 17 -- The US Department of State has released the Visa Bulletin for April 2026, outlining the availability of immigrant visa numbers under both "Final Action Dates" and "Dates for Filing Applications." The bulletin guides applicants on when they can proceed with visa processing or adjustment of status.

Visa allocations are made based on priority dates in chronological order, reflecting demand reported up to March 4, 2026. When demand exceeds available visas, categories are marked as "oversubscribed," and cut-off dates are imposed. Applicants with priority dates beyond these cut-offs must wait until visas become available.

For fiscal year 2026, family-sponsored immigrant visas are capped at 226,000 globally, as per the I...