Visa Bulletin for May 2025 – What International Nurses Need to Know
Good news, international nurses! The May 2025 Visa Bulletin is officially out, and we’re here to walk you through it — your trusted guide to navigating your U.S. immigration journey with confidence.
At NurseMatch, most of the international RNs we assist begin their U.S. careers through a TN Visa (for Canadian citizens) or an H-1B Visa in some cases (for qualified candidates from other countries).
While the Visa Bulletin mainly impacts nurses applying for permanent residency through a Green Card (typically under the EB-3 category), it’s important to stay informed — especially if you plan to pursue permanent residency in the future.
We’re here to support you every step of the way — from your first job to long-term career dreams.
Key Highlights for Nurses:
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✅ EB-3 (Skilled Workers and Professionals, including nurses) Final Action Date remains stable for most countries.
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✅ Priority date for most countries (including the Philippines and Mexico) is still January 1, 2023.
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✅ India EB-3 priority date advances slightly to April 15, 2013.
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✅ No major retrogressions or setbacks noted for healthcare workers!
✨ (Reminder: Your “priority date” is the date your employer filed your I-140 petition. If your priority date is earlier than the published Final Action Date, you can move forward with your Green Card process!)
Ready to take the next step toward your U.S. nursing career? Apply with NurseMatch today!
Detailed Breakdown:
All Chargeability Areas (Most Countries including Philippines, Mexico)
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Final Action Date (EB-3 Nurses): January 1, 2023
India
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Final Action Date (EB-3 Nurses): April 15, 2013
China (Mainland Born)
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Final Action Date (EB-3 Nurses): November, 2020
Important Notes:
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No movement in the Dates for Filing chart — all Dates for Filing remain the same for EB-3 as last month.
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Employment-based visa categories (EB-1, EB-2) show little to no movement for most countries.
What this means for you: If your priority date is before January 1, 2023 (for most countries), you’re eligible to move forward once a visa becomes available! Now is a crucial time to make sure your documents are ready.
NurseMatch Takeaway
May 2025 brings reassuring news for international nurses: EB-3 priority dates are holding steady, and the U.S. healthcare system’s demand for skilled nurses remains strong. This stability allows nurses to continue preparing for their next steps without unexpected delays.
At NurseMatch, we’re more than recruiters — we’re your trusted partners in this journey. Whether you’re getting started on your TN or H-1B journey, or planning for the future, click here to apply now and let us guide you!
Ready to dive deeper? View the full official bulletin here: May 2025 Visa Bulletin (Official Source).
Looking to make your U.S. nursing dream a reality? Apply today with NurseMatch — it’s quick, free, and easy.
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