November Visa Bulletin: What It Means for Filipino Nurses
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⚠️ Currency and fee caution
These dates are accurate as of the date above. Visa Bulletin dates change monthly and can move backward with little warning. Always confirm against the official bulletin at travel.state.gov before making any decision affecting your job, your finances, or your family.
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This Month at a Glance
There was no movement in the November 2026 Visa Bulletin for EB-3 Philippines. The Final Action Date remains unchanged from October, with no advancement in the priority date. Applicants should continue monitoring monthly updates and stay prepared, as visa availability and cutoff dates may change in upcoming bulletins.
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EB-3 Philippines |
October 2026 |
November 2026 |
Movement |
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Final Action Date |
15 August 2023 |
15 August 2023 |
No movement |
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Dates for Filing |
1 January 2024 |
1 January 2024 |
Unchanged |
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Chart USCIS is using (AOS) |
Final Action Dates |
Final Action Dates |
Unchanged |
What Changed
There was no movement in the November 2026 Visa Bulletin for EB-3 Philippines. The Final Action Date remains unchanged from October, with no advancement in the priority date.
What the State Department Said
The State Department cautioned that high demand for EB-3 Philippines could lead to future retrogression or temporary unavailability. Visa availability will continue to be monitored based on demand and annual limits.
What This Means for Your Case
Because the Final Action Date remained unchanged from October, your eligibility for final action depends on whether your priority date is currently current under the unchanged date:
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Final Action Eligibility: If your priority date remains on or before the current Final Action Date, your case may be eligible for final processing, subject to all other requirements and overall visa availability.
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Adjustment of Status (AOS): USCIS is using the Final Action Dates chart for filing adjustment of status applications this month, meaning the Dates for Filing chart does not determine AOS filing eligibility.
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Next Steps: Given the State Department's warning regarding potential future retrogression or temporary visa unavailability, applicants are strongly advised to remain prepared and monitor upcoming Visa Bulletin announcements closely.
Standing Reminders
Your priority date does not change when the bulletin moves — see Your Priority Date Is Safe. The two charts govern different things — see Final Action Dates vs Dates for Filing. And for the practical checklist during the wait, see What to Do While You Wait.
