The U.S. Department of State has announced that the entire EB‑2 immigrant‑visa allocation for India for fiscal year 2026 has been used. No additional EB‑2 visas chargeable to Indian nationals will be issued until the fiscal‑year reset on 1 October 2026, when the FY 2027 limits take effect. Applicants whose priority dates fall within FY 2026 must remain on the waiting list until the new quota opens.
- Current status: All FY 2026 EB‑2 visas for India are exhausted.
- Next availability: Begins 1 Oct 2026 with the FY 2027 allocation.
- Impact: Indian nationals seeking EB‑2 green cards must wait for the next fiscal year; no further processing can occur in FY 2026.
For official details, see the State Department notice: India per‑country limit reached in the EB‑2 category.
Disclaimer: This information is general and not legal advice; circumstances may vary.
Source article: www.murthy.com
