OCTOBER 2025 VISA BULLETIN – F2A EXPLAINED

OCTOBER 2025 VISA BULLETIN – F2A EXPLAINED #america #usa #greencard #f2a

“Great news for spouses of U.S. green card holders! The October 2025 Visa Bulletin has brought some of the biggest advances we’ve seen in years for the F2A category. If you or your spouse are waiting on a green card, here’s what you need to know.” What Changed in October 1. Final Action Dates (FAD) o For most countries, the cutoff date jumped all the way to February 1, 2024. o For Mexico, it advanced to February 1, 2023. o This means that if your priority date is earlier than these cutoffs, your case could now be eligible for approval. 2. Dates for Filing (DFF) o The “Dates for Filing” chart shows September 22, 2025 for all countries. o That means even if your case isn’t ready for final approval yet, you may already be able to file your green card application and get benefits like work and travel permits. 3. Biggest Jump in Months o Compared to last month’s bulletin, Final Action Dates advanced by about 17 months for most countries. o For Mexico, the advance was around 12 months. o This is a huge leap forward and could bring relief to thousands of waiting families. Why It Matters • If you already have an approved I-130 petition, check your priority date. If it’s before the FAD for your country, you might now be eligible to get your green card. • If your date is before the Dates for Filing cutoff, you can submit your paperwork early — which often means faster access to benefits like work authorization, even if you’re still waiting for the green card itself. • But remember: final approval depends on the Final Action Date, not just the filing date. Important Things to Watch • Retrogression Risk: Because this is the start of the fiscal year, cutoffs may move backwards later if demand spikes. • USCIS Chart Choice: For Adjustment of Status inside the U.S., always check which chart (Filing or Final Action) USCIS says you can use that month. • Consular Processing: If you’re outside the U.S., your case depends strictly on the Final Action Date chart. “So, in short, the October 2025 Visa Bulletin is great news for F2A spouses. Dates have moved forward dramatically, opening the door for many families to finally reunite faster.

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