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The June 2026 Visa Bulletin has been released by the U.S. Department of State, providing the latest update on EB-5 visa availability across categories.

The latest bulletin reflects the continuation of demand trends seen throughout recent months, particularly within the unreserved category as the fiscal year progresses.

What Has Remained Consistent?

The three reserved EB-5 categories, rural 20 percent set-aside, high-unemployment area 10 percent set-aside, and infrastructure 2 percent set-aside, remain current for all nationalities. This means eligible investors in reserved categories may continue to proceed without visa backlog concerns at this stage.

In the unreserved category, China’s final action date remains at 22 September 2016, while India remains at 1 May 2022. All other countries, including the UAE, continue to remain current.

India Continues to Face Pressure in the Unreserved Category

The June bulletin continues to reflect sustained demand from Indian investors within the unreserved EB-5 category.

While no additional retrogression has been introduced this month, ongoing visa usage suggests continued pressure on annual visa allocations as the fiscal year moves forward.

For Indian investors, this continues to make timing and category selection important considerations when evaluating the EB-5 process.

What This Means for Investors

At this stage, the overall EB-5 landscape remains relatively stable. However, current demand patterns continue to highlight important differences between reserved and unreserved categories.

Key takeaways from the June 2026 Visa Bulletin include:

• Reserved categories remain current for all nationalities
• India continues to experience pressure in the unreserved category
• China mainland remains subject to a long-standing backlog
• All other nationalities remain current in the unreserved category

Why Timing Continues to Matter

As the fiscal year moves closer toward its final quarter, visa demand and allocation levels are likely to remain a key focus for investors monitoring the EB-5 program.

At the same time, the September 30, 2026, grandfathering deadline continues to approach. Investors who file before this date are expected to retain eligibility under the current EB-5 framework even in the event of future legislative changes.

Based on our experience working with investors across the GCC and surrounding regions, early preparation and a well-structured application remain important factors in navigating the EB-5 process effectively.