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Many people have applications for U.S. sponsorship but are unsure about the current status of U.S. consulate processing, or how much longer it will be before their application is scheduled for an interview.
In the following article, ImmiPath will reveal the latest 2024 U.S. immigration schedule, helping you stay updated with visa bulletin news and priority dates for your green card visa interview, so you can prepare effectively.
1. Overview of the Latest U.S. Immigration Schedule for January 2024
Each month, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announces whether applicants living in the U.S. should file for “adjustment of status” based on the “Final Action Date” or the “Date of Filing.”
For January 2024, family-based applicants must use the “Date of Filing” (available on the Department of State’s website), while employment-based applicants must use the “Final Action Date” (also available on the Department of State’s website).
The January 2024 Visa Bulletin has seen significant changes for the F2A category (Spouses and Unmarried Children (under 21) of U.S. Green Card holders) and the F-3 category (U.S. citizens sponsoring married children over 21).
Due to an increasing backlog in these categories, the “Final Action Date” for F2A cases is no longer “current” for the first time in several years. The “Final Action Date” refers to applications with priority dates that have passed and are now eligible for adjudication.
Although the “Final Action Date” is no longer current, the “Date of Filing” remains valid for the F2A category, meaning that spouses and unmarried children of U.S. Green Card holders can still submit their green card applications at this time.
However, even though applications can be submitted, these cases will NOT be adjudicated until their priority date becomes current.
This change is likely to significantly increase the waiting time for F2A green cards. ImmiPath will continue to closely monitor this development and provide updates in the future.
1.1. U.S. Immigration Visa Bulletin for January 2024: Interview Schedule
For U.S. immigration sponsorship cases in the F1, F2A, F2B, F3, and F4 categories, those with a priority date earlier than the dates listed in the January 2024 Visa Bulletin table below will be scheduled for an interview or for the CSPA (Child Status Protection Act) age determination for derivative children:
| Case Category | December 2023 | January 2024 | Change |
| F-1 | 01/01/2015 | 01/01/2015 | +0 days |
| F2-A | 08/02/2019 | 01/11/2019 | +266 days |
| F2-B | 22/09/2015 | 01/10/2015 | +9 days |
| F-3 | 08/01/2009 | 22/04/2009 | +104 days |
| F-4 | 22/04/2007 | 22/05/2007 | +30 days |
Note: From the table, it can be seen that for the January 2024 interview schedule:
- F1: Remains the same as 01/01/2015.
- F2A: Has increased by 266 days, to 01/11/2019.
- F2B: Has increased by 9 days, to 01/10/2015.
- F3: Has increased by 104 days, to 22/04/2009.
- F4: Has increased by 30 days, to 22/05/2007.
1.2. U.S. Immigration Visa Bulletin for January 2024: Filing Schedule
For U.S. immigration sponsorship cases, those with a priority date earlier than the dates listed in the December 2023 Visa Bulletin supplement, as shown in the table below, should prepare their documents, pay all fees, and complete their medical exams in preparation for the interview:
| Case Category | December 2023 | January 2024 | Change |
| F-1 | 01/09/2017 | 01/09/2017 | +0 days |
| F2-A | 01/09/2023 | 01/09/2023 | +0 days |
| F2-B | 01/01/2017 | 01/01/2017 | +0 days |
| F-3 | 01/03/2010 | 01/03/2010 | +0 days |
| F-4 | 01/03/2008 | 01/03/2008 | +0 days |
Note: According to the table, the January 2024 visa bulletin indicates that:
- F1: Remains the same as 01/09/2017.
- F2A: Continues to maintain 01/09/2023.
- F2B: Continues to maintain 01/01/2017.
- F3: Continues to maintain 01/03/2010.
- F4: Continues to maintain 01/03/2008.
2. Why is Updating the U.S. Immigration Schedule Important?
If you are waiting to receive your green card, it is crucial to monitor real-time changes (and potential future developments) through the Visa Bulletin and check the latest U.S. immigration schedule.
We recommend preparing all necessary documents for your green card application in advance so you can promptly file your application when your priority date approaches the time for an interview.
By not delaying your application while your green card is available, you can avoid the risk of facing unexpected retrogression in the next Visa Bulletin, which could affect your ability to apply for the green card.
Stay tuned for updates next month! As always, ImmiPath will continuously provide the latest information on the U.S. immigration schedule, so do not forget to check our website for the most useful updates!
3. Some Terminology and Symbols for U.S. Immigration Categories
ImmiPath has compiled all the symbols and terms for U.S. immigration categories, including family-based and investment-based categories, to help you understand and stay updated, as well as to file your applications accurately.
Family-Based Categories:
- F-1: Unmarried children (21 years and older) of U.S. citizens
- F-2A: Spouses and unmarried children (under 21 years old) of U.S. Green Card holders
- F-2B: Unmarried children (21 years and older) of U.S. Green Card holders
- F-3: Married children of U.S. citizens
- F-4: Siblings of U.S. citizens
Employment-Based and Investment Categories:
- EB-1: Individuals with extraordinary abilities, outstanding researchers and professors, multinational executives and managers
- EB-2: Professionals with advanced degrees and individuals with exceptional abilities
- EB-3: Skilled workers, professionals with bachelor’s degrees, and unskilled workers
- EB-4: Special immigrants
- EB-5: Investors
4. Where Can You Follow the Next U.S. immigration Schedule?
The above information covers the latest updates on the U.S. immigration schedule up to the January 2024 visa issuance.
If you want to follow the next U.S. immigration schedule, please check the updates on ImmiPath’s website or our Facebook page to stay informed about interview schedules and filing dates.
If you have any questions about U.S. immigration schedules, feel free to comment directly under the post, and ImmiPath’s advisory team will be happy to answer your questions and provide assistance.
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