John Burson  edited Monday, June 2, 2025

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EB5 Visa Bulletin June 2025: Priority Dates & Filing Updates

Key Updates and Opportunities for EB-5 Visa Investors

The June 2025 Visa Bulletin brings mixed developments for EB5 investors, with significant changes in priority dates and filing procedures that directly impact investment immigration strategies. The State Department has maintained its conservative approach to advancing cutoff dates as it gauges demand at the start of Fiscal Year 2025, creating both opportunities and challenges for prospective immigrant investors.

EB5 Visa Bulletin June 2025: Key Developments

The State Department's conservative approach to EB5 priority date advancement reflects careful visa number management as Fiscal Year 2025 progresses. While unreserved categories face continued backlogs for certain countries, set-aside categories maintain their competitive advantage with current priority dates across all chargeability areas.

Critical Highlights:

• EB5 set-aside categories remain fully current for all countries
• The unreserved category shows no movement from previous months
• China and India continue facing significant backlogs in unreserved EB5
• Filing dates provide strategic advantages for document preparation

Understanding the June 2025 EB5 Priority Date Landscape

The employment-based fifth preference (EB5) category continues to show varied progression across different chargeability areas and set-aside categories.

For June 2025, the EB5 unreserved category reflects the ongoing backlog challenges that have characterized the program in recent years.

Current EB5 Final Action Dates for June 2025

The final action dates for EB5 applications in June 2025 demonstrate the persistent disparities between different countries of chargeability:

EB5 Unreserved Category:

• All countries except China and India: Current (C)
• China-mainland born: January 22, 2014
• India: May 1, 2019
• Mexico and Philippines: Current (C)

EB5 Set-Aside Categories (All Current):

• Rural Area investments (20% allocation): Current for all countries
• High Unemployment Area investments (10% allocation): Current for all countries
• Infrastructure investments (2% allocation): Current for all countries

EB5 Dates for Filing Applications - June 2025

The dates for filing chart provides more favorable timelines for document preparation and case progression:

EB5 Unreserved Category Filing Dates:

• All countries except China and India: Current (C)
• China-mainland born: October 1, 2016
• India: April 1, 2022
• Mexico and Philippines: Current (C)

All EB5 set-aside categories remain current for filing applications across all chargeability areas.

Strategic Implications for EB5 Investors

Set-Aside Categories Continue to Offer Advantages

Set-aside categories remain fully current for all nations, making this an attractive window for new EB5 investors. The rural area, high-unemployment area, and infrastructure project categories provide immediate filing opportunities regardless of country of birth, representing a significant advantage over the unreserved category.

The current status across all set-aside categories means:

• Immediate I-526E petition filing capability
• No priority date backlogs
• Faster pathway to conditional permanent residence
• Enhanced investment security through targeted economic development

Regional Center vs. Direct Investment Considerations

The June 2025 bulletin reinforces the strategic value of regional center investments, particularly those qualifying for set-aside categories. Regional centers focusing on rural areas or high-unemployment zones offer investors the dual benefit of current priority dates and professionally managed investment structures.

Direct EB5 investments, while maintaining greater investor control, must compete within the same priority date framework and may lack the infrastructure advantages of established regional centers.

Country-Specific Analysis for Major Markets

China-Born Investors

Chinese investors face continued challenges in the unreserved EB5 category, with final action dates remaining at January 2014. However, the filing date advancement to October 2016 provides some relief for document preparation phases. The strategic pivot toward set-aside categories becomes increasingly critical for Chinese investors seeking timely green card processing.

India-Born Investors

Indian investors experience more favorable conditions than their Chinese counterparts, with final action dates at May 2019 and filing dates at April 2022. The significantly shorter wait times make the unreserved category more viable for Indian investors, though set-aside categories still offer superior timelines.

Rest of World Investors

Investors from countries other than China and India maintain their current status across all EB5 categories, providing maximum flexibility in investment timing and structure selection.

Investment Amount and TEA Considerations

The current minimum investment thresholds remain at $800,000 for targeted employment area (TEA) projects and $1,050,000 for non-TEA investments. The June 2025 bulletin's emphasis on set-aside categories aligns with the lower TEA investment threshold, as rural and high-unemployment area projects typically qualify for TEA designation.

Due Diligence Priorities

With current priority dates available in set-aside categories, investors should focus due diligence efforts on:

• Project viability and job creation sustainability
• Regional center track record and management experience
• Immigration attorney with expertise in EB5 compliance
• Market conditions affecting target industries

USCIS Processing Updates and Implications

USCIS determines there are more immigrant visas available for a fiscal year than there are known applicants for such visas, which influences whether the dates for filing chart can be utilized for adjustment of status applications. Investors should monitor USCIS announcements at www.uscis.gov/visabulletininfo for monthly updates on chart usage authorization.

Legislative and Regulatory Outlook

The conservative advancement approach adopted by the State Department reflects broader immigration policy considerations and visa number availability projections. There were no changes for the EB-1 and EB-5 categories in recent months, suggesting stability in processing approaches but also highlighting the importance of strategic category selection.

Upcoming Considerations for Fiscal Year 2026

As Fiscal Year 2025 progresses, investors should anticipate potential adjustments in:

• Set-aside category allocations
• Regional center compliance requirements
• Due diligence documentation standards
• Processing timeline expectations

Best Practices for June 2025 and Beyond

Timing Strategies

1. Immediate Action for Set-Aside Eligible Projects
   Current priority dates across all set-aside categories create optimal filing conditions
2. Document Preparation Acceleration
   Use filing date advantages to prepare comprehensive petition packages
3. Legal Consultation Prioritization
   Engage experienced EB5 counsel early in the process

Risk Mitigation Approaches

1. Diversified Investment Consideration
   Evaluate multiple projects within preferred set-aside categories
2. Regulatory Compliance Focus
   Ensure all investments meet evolving compliance standards
3. Professional Team Assembly
   Coordinate immigration attorneys, tax advisors, and investment analysts

Market Response and Industry Trends

The June 2025 bulletin's maintenance of the current set-aside category dates has generated increased investor interest in rural and high-unemployment area projects. Regional centers report enhanced inquiry volumes from investors previously considering unreserved category investments.

Industry analysts project continued stability in set-aside category processing, though investors should remain prepared for potential policy adjustments as program utilization evolves.

Bottom Line: How to Maximize EB5 Opportunities in June 2025?

The June 2025 Visa Bulletin presents a favorable environment for strategic EB5 investment decisions, particularly for investors eligible for set-aside category benefits. The combination of current priority dates in targeted categories and reasonable progression in unreserved categories creates multiple pathway options for prospective immigrant investors.

Success in the current environment requires careful project selection, experienced legal guidance, and proactive case management. Investors who act decisively while maintaining thorough due diligence standards are best positioned to capitalize on the opportunities presented in the June 2025 bulletin cycle.

The evolving immigration landscape demands adaptive strategies and informed decision-making. By understanding the nuances of priority date progression and category-specific advantages, EB5 investors can navigate the complexities of immigrant investor programs with greater confidence and strategic clarity.

Additional Resources:

• U.S. State Department Visa Bulletin Archives
• USCIS EB5 Program Information
• IIUSA Regional Center Directory
• American Immigration Lawyers Association EB5 Resources
• SEC Investor Protection Guidelines

 
 
 

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