The U.S. Department of State has released the Visa Bulletin for July 2026, bringing encouraging news for many healthcare professionals pursuing employment-based immigration to the United States.
After several months of stability, July introduces forward movement in both the EB-3 and EB-3 Other Workers categories for most chargeability areas. These advancements create new opportunities for qualified healthcare professionals to continue progressing through the immigration process.
As of July 2026, the Final Action Dates for EB-3 visas are:
- All Chargeability Areas (except listed) EB-3: August 1, 2024
- Philippines EB-3: August 1, 2023
- India EB-3: January 1, 2014
- China EB-3: December 22, 2021
In the EB-3 Other Workers category, Final Action Dates are:
- All Chargeability Areas (except listed): March 1, 2022
- Philippines: December 1, 2021
- India: January 1, 2014
- China: April 1, 2019
Compared to June, the July Visa Bulletin reflects positive movement for several categories:
- EB-3 for All Chargeability Areas advanced two months, moving from June 1, 2024, to August 1, 2024.
- China EB-3 advanced more than four months, moving from August 1, 2021, to December 22, 2021.
- India EB-3 advanced slightly, moving from December 15, 2013, to January 1, 2014.
- EB-3 Other Workers for All Chargeability Areas advanced one month, moving from February 1, 2022, to March 1, 2022.
- Philippines Other Workers advanced one month, moving from November 1, 2021, to December 1, 2021.
These advancements are encouraging for healthcare professionals who have been closely monitoring Visa Bulletin movement. Forward progress helps create opportunities for more candidates to move through key stages of the immigration process, including visa processing, interview preparation, and deployment planning.
While the Philippines EB-3 category remains unchanged this month, the continued advancement across multiple employment-based categories reflects ongoing demand for skilled healthcare professionals in the United States.
It is also important to remember that visa demand continues to be closely monitored by the Department of State. As demand fluctuates throughout the fiscal year, future movement or adjustments may occur. Staying informed and prepared remains one of the best ways to position yourself for success.
Current working Explorers may refer back to the Adjustment of Status Filing Dates to determine when adjustment of status filing becomes available for Family-Sponsored or Employment-Based Preference Visas.
Supporting International Clinicians
Patty Jeffrey, Executive Vice President of International Operations at MedPro International, continues advocating for foreign-educated healthcare professionals through collaboration with policymakers and industry leaders.
MedPro remains encouraged by continued discussions surrounding initiatives that support international clinicians and strengthen the healthcare workforce in the United States. Efforts such as the Healthcare Workforce Resilience Act continue to emphasize the important role international healthcare professionals play in addressing workforce shortages and supporting patient care nationwide.
As healthcare staffing needs continue to grow, international clinicians remain an essential part of the future of healthcare.
If you are a current MedPro Explorer with questions regarding your priority date, immigration process, or next steps, our Immigration Team is here to support you throughout every stage of your journey.