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【ARCFE News】OCTOBER 2026 VISA BULLETIN
October 2026 Visa Bulletin: China EB-5 Unreserved Chart B advances to March 1, 2021, India EB-5 Unreserved becomes available again under Chart A, and all EB-5 set-asides remain Current.
ARCFE U.S.
2 days ago3 min read


Pending EB-5 I-485: Why Your Current Nonimmigrant Status May Still Matter
A pending Form I-485 can provide important flexibility for eligible EB-5 applicants, but it does not automatically preserve an existing nonimmigrant status. Learn why maintaining H-1B, L-1, or another status may still matter while adjustment of status is pending.
ARCFE U.S.
Sep 146 min read


EB-5 EAD and Advance Parole: What Pending I-485 Applicants Should Know
Eligible EB-5 investors with a pending Form I-485 may be able to apply for an EAD and Advance Parole. This guide explains how employment and travel authorization fit into the EB-5 adjustment-of-status process, along with the key limitations applicants should understand.
ARCFE U.S.
Sep 115 min read


U.S. Immigrant Visa Interviews Rescheduled Worldwide: What Applicants Should Know
U.S. embassies and consulates are rescheduling immigrant visa interviews during global officer training. Here is who may be affected and what applicants should do next.
ARCFE U.S.
Aug 283 min read


USCIS Public Charge Guidance 2026: What Changes on September 18
New USCIS public charge guidance takes effect September 18, alongside a revised Form I-485. Here's what adjustment applicants should know.
ARCFE U.S.
Aug 253 min read


【ARCFE News】SEPTEMBER 2026 VISA BULLETIN
The U.S. Department of State has published the September 2026 Visa Bulletin. The Employment-Based Fifth Preference (EB-5) visa categories are as follows: Chart A: Final Action Dates Mainland China – The EB-5 Unreserved category remains unchanged, with a priority date of December 1, 2016. India – The EB-5 Unreserved category remains UNAVAILABLE. All EB-5 set-aside categories remain CURRENT. Chart B: Dates for Filing Mainland China – The EB-5 Unreserved category remains unchang
ARCFE U.S.
Aug 242 min read


Adjustment of Status or Consular Processing? Why Your EB-5 Strategy Depends on Where You Are
EB-5 investors pursue conditional permanent residence either inside the United States or through a consulate abroad. Learn how location, eligibility, work, travel, and family timing affect that decision.
ARCFE U.S.
Aug 194 min read


【ARCFE News】AUGUST 2026 VISA BULLETIN
The U.S. Department of State has published the August 2026 Visa Bulletin. The Employment-Based Fifth Preference (EB-5) visa categories are as follows: Chart A: Final Action Dates Mainland China – The EB-5 Unreserved category remains unchanged, with a priority date of December 1, 2016. India – The EB-5 Unreserved category remains UNAVAILABLE. All EB-5 set-aside categories remain CURRENT. Chart B: Dates for Filing Mainland China – The EB-5 Unreserved category remains unchanged,
ARCFE U.S.
Jul 212 min read


【ARCFE News】 JULY 2026 VISA BULLETIN
The Department of State has posted the July 2026 Visa Bulletin. The Employment-Based Fifth Preference (EB-5) visa categories are as below: Chart A: Mainland China - EB-5 Unreserved category moved forward 70 days with the priority date of December 1, 2016. India - EB-5 Unreserved category became UNAVAILABLE for July 2026. All EB-5 set aside categories remain CURRENT. Chart B: Mainland China - EB-5 Unreserved category remains the same with the priority date of March 1, 2017. In
ARCFE U.S.
Jun 171 min read
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