Articles Posted in July Visa Bulletin

June 29, 2026

July 2026 Visa Bulletin Release: EB Retrogression & Family Trends Decoded

Are you applying for an immigrant visa and want to know when your priority date will become current? Then you won’t want to miss our analysis of the July 2026 Visa Bulletin.

In this video, attorney Jacob Sapochnick explains what you can expect to see in terms of the movement of the family-sponsored and employment-based visa categories next month.

Adjustment of Status Chart

For adjustment of status filings to permanent residence in the month of July, USCIS will continue using the Dates for Filing Chart for family-sponsored categories only.

For employment-based categories, USCIS will also continue using the Final Action Dates Chart.

What specialty occupations are accepted for H-1B visa?

Thinking of applying for the H-1B visa? Not sure what qualifies as a specialty occupation? In this segment attorney Jacob J. Sapochnick answers your questions regarding what specialty occupations are permissible for H-1B visa. https://soundcloud.com/askanimmigrationlawyer/ep-34-what-specialty-occupations-are-accepted-for-the-h-1b-visa The H-1B visa is for professionals who possess either a U.S. master’s or bachelor’s degree, bachelor’s degree equivalency, or work […]

What is a K-1 Fiance Visa and What are the Requirements to Apply?

What is a K-1 fiance visa and what are the requirements to apply? Watch attorney Jacob J. Sapochnick discuss the K-1 fiance visa below for more information. https://soundcloud.com/askanimmigrationlawyer/ep-37-what-is-a-fiance-visa-k1-and-what-are-the-requirements-to-apply – Only a US citizen, not a green card holder, can file a fiancé visa for their significant other – The US citizen must marry their foreign […]