The Visa Bulletin for August 2024 has been released by the U.S. Department of State, providing international registered nurses and medical technologists with information regarding their United States immigration journey. Below, you’ll find our analysis of the current status of the EB-3 visa that grants a Green Card for nurses and medical technologists, and what this may mean for your future career in the USA.
Visa Bulletin Priority Dates
EB-3 for Other Nationalities (01DEC21) – no movement
EB-3 for the Philippines (01DEC21) – no movement
EB-3 for India (22OCT12) – will advance by one month
EB-3 for China (01SEP20) – no movement
No movement in August for Philippines and Other Nationalities
There’s good news with no further retrogression on Priority Dates for the majority of nationalities. India has advanced by one month. However, the Visa Bulletin for August does come with an advisory note that further retrogression may be necessary in September – or that the EB-3 visa category may be switched to ‘Unavailable’ at that time. This is due to the high demand for EB-3 visas.
If further retrogression occurs or EB-3 visas are made unavailable we may see positive progress at the start of the new USA fiscal year, which starts on October 1, 2024.
Why it’s important to capture your Priority Date now
Immigration timelines for United States visas are constantly changing. Things change from month to month, and Priority Dates can quickly become current depending on the demand for EB-3 visas at the time.
If you are considering moving to the United States as an international nurse or medical technologist, it’s important to act now and start the process as soon as possible. The earlier you capture your Priority Date, the closer to the front of the queue you will be. Conexus can help you with your application. We provide full immigration sponsorship and offer assignments at healthcare facilities across the USA with competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, exciting bonuses, personalized career development pathways, access to our award-winning Conexus Academy, and more.
Learn about our upcoming Conexus Live Recruitment events.
Already applied with Conexus? Here’s what you can do
If you are already in the immigration process with us, there are plenty of things you can do in the lead-up to your Priority Date becoming current. Continue to work with our Education team to polish up your skills and prepare to enter the U.S. healthcare system. We recommend you read up on life in the United States; you can read our educational and inspirational articles, or do research online. This is also an ideal opportunity to consider setting money aside for your future move – we have articles on saving and U.S. living expenses here. Your Experience Coordinator will be able to advise you on the next steps you can take to move your journey along.
Connect with Conexus MedStaff
As an international healthcare staffing agency for registered nurses and medical technologists, we offer career opportunities in locations across the United States. Follow us on social to learn more about U.S. jobs for international nurses and medical technologists. We also share regular updates on industry news, immigration changes, and inspiring success stories from our healthcare professionals.
Facebook - LinkedIn - Instagram - TikTok - YouTube
Upcoming recruitment events
Come and meet us in person at our upcoming Conexus Live Recruitment Events in the Philippines. Learn more and register for your closest event.
Are you an international nurse or medical technologist looking to start a new career in the U.S.? Find out how we can help.
