US reaches EB-2 visa limit for Indians; new visas resume in October
The US Department of Homeland Security has announced that the EB-2 visa limit for Indian applicants has been reached for the 2026 fiscal year. New visa issuances in this category will remain paused until the new fiscal year begins on October 1, 2026.
Why it matters
This impacts thousands of Indian professionals seeking permanent residency in the US, highlighting the constraints of the current immigration quota system.
As India Per-Country limit reached in EB-2 category for FY-2026; USCIS says: Annual limits will reset with the start of ... - The Times of India
The article provides factual information regarding government policy and visa availability.
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