Family Preference · May 2026
F4 Visa Bulletin
Brothers and sisters of adult U.S. citizens. Below are the cutoff dates for each country of chargeability under the May 2026 Visa Bulletin.
Final Action Dates
When a green card can actually be issued
- All Other Countries Sep 15, 2008
- China (mainland-born) Sep 15, 2008
- India Nov 1, 2006
- Mexico Apr 8, 2001
- Philippines Jul 15, 2007
Dates for Filing
When adjustment of status may be filed
- All Other Countries Sep 1, 2009
- China (mainland-born) Sep 1, 2009
- India Dec 15, 2006
- Mexico Apr 30, 2001
- Philippines Mar 22, 2008
Country-specific deep dives
Each country page explains what F4 waits look like for that country of chargeability, whether the date moved, and what applicants should expect.
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All Other Countries
Current Dates for Filing: Sep 1, 2009
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China (mainland-born)
Current Dates for Filing: Sep 1, 2009
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India
Current Dates for Filing: Dec 15, 2006
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Mexico
Current Dates for Filing: Apr 30, 2001
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Philippines
Current Dates for Filing: Mar 22, 2008
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Not legal advice. Cutoff dates may retrogress. Confirm against the official Visa Bulletin and uscis.gov/visabulletininfo before filing.