India EB3 Final Action Date Remains Separate From EB2
For October 2026, the State Department lists January 1, 2014 for India's EB-3 final-action cutoff, a separate position from its EB-2 line.

What was reported
For October 2026, the State Department lists January 1, 2014 for India's EB-3 final-action cutoff, a separate position from its EB-2 line.
Why it matters
Changing classification is not a simple method for skipping a backlog. Eligibility, labor certification, employer petition and priority-date rules determine whether any separate path is available.
What to watch
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RecoupRev Editorial Research. “India EB3 Final Action Date Remains Separate From EB2.” RecoupRev, October 11, 2026. https://recouprev.com/article/oct11-india-eb3-final-action-date-remains-separate-from-eb2