When to File Your Application Adjustment of Status for Family or Employment Visas in November 2024

Applying for a green card through adjustment of status (AOS) can be an exciting but sometimes overwhelming process. Timing is critical. Missing a filing date can delay your case while filing too soon can lead to unnecessary complications. Understanding when to file your application adjustment of status is essential, particularly in November 2024, as the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has updated its filing dates for both family-based and employment-based visa categories. Each month, USCIS releases a new Visa Bulletin with priority dates that determine who is eligible to file their adjustment of status applications. These dates may differ for family-sponsored and employment-based categories and can vary widely based on your country of origin. 

When to File Your Adjustment of Status for Family or Employment Visas in November 2024

The Visa Bulletin provides a “Dates for Filing” chart that determines the earliest you can submit your adjustment of status application. It is crucial to check these dates every month, as they can shift forward or backward based on the demand and supply of visas.

• Dates for Filing for Family-Sponsored Adjustment of Status Applications

Family-sponsored preference categories include several groups, such as adult children, married children, siblings, and spouses or children of green card holders. These categories are assigned different priority dates, which can vary widely based on the country of origin. 

Family-Sponsored Category	All Chargeability Areas Except Those Listed	China – Mainland Born	India	Mexico	Philippines
F1 (Unmarried Adult Children of U.S. Citizens)	01SEP17	01SEP17	01SEP17	01OCT05	22APR15
F2A (Spouses and Children of Permanent Residents)	15JUL24	15JUL24	15JUL24	15JUL24	15JUL24
F2B (Unmarried Adult Children of Permanent Residents)	01JAN17	01JAN17	01JAN17	01JUL06	01OCT13
F3 (Married Adult Children of U.S. Citizens)	22APR12	22APR12	22APR12	15JUN01	08MAY04
F4 (Siblings of U.S. Citizens)	01MAR08	01MAR08	01AUG06	30APR01	22JUL07

• Dates for Filing for Employment-Based Adjustment of Status Applications

Employment-based visas include various preference categories, such as skilled workers, professionals, and unskilled labor. The November 2024 Visa Bulletin offers a “Dates for Filing” chart for each employment category.

Employment-Based Category	All Chargeability Areas Except Those Listed	China – Mainland Born	India	Mexico	Philippines
EB-1 (Priority Workers)	C (Current)	01JAN23	15APR22	C	C
EB-2 (Advanced Degree Workers)	01AUG23	01OCT20	01JAN13	01AUG23	01AUG23
EB-3 (Skilled Workers)	01MAR23	15NOV20	08JUN13	01MAR23	01MAR23
Other Workers	22MAY21	01JAN18	08JUN13	22MAY21	22MAY21
EB-4 (Certain Special Immigrants)	01FEB21	01FEB21	01FEB21	01FEB21	01FEB21
Certain Religious Workers	01FEB21	01FEB21	01FEB21	01FEB21	01FEB21
EB-5 Unreserved (C5, T5, I5, R5, and all others)	C	01OCT16	01APR22	C	C
EB-5 Set Aside (Rural, High Unemployment, and Infrastructure)	C	C	C	C	C

Get Professional Guidance on Filing Your Adjustment of Status Application This November

Navigating the priority dates for application adjustment of status​​ can be challenging. Given the high stakes involved, working with an immigration attorney can be invaluable. The 360 Immigration Law Group offers consultations in English, Spanish, and Portuguese to help clients navigate these complex processes. Our experienced attorneys can ensure applicants are filing at the right time and following all requirements accurately.

For those interested in getting started on their adjustment of status applications or who have questions about the specific requirements for family- or employment-based categories, the team at 360 Immigration Law Group is ready to assist. Call 954.667.3660 to schedule a consultation with an immigration attorney and make sure your application process goes as smoothly as possible.