Five Critical Observations: May 2026 Visa Bulletin for Chinese and Indian EB-5 Applicants (Reserved & Unreserved)

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The May 2026 Visa Bulletin offers a mix of modest forward movement, policy signaling, and interpretive ambiguity for EB-5 stakeholders. Below are five focused observations addressing both Chinese and Indian applicants across reserved and unreserved categories: 1. No Chart B Filing in May Confirms a More Restrictive USCIS Posture USCIS’ decision to require use of Chart A (Final Action Dates) for May—consistent with historical practice—eliminates any near-term utility of the forward movement in Dates for Filing (Chart B). While Chart B advanced meaningfully for China and remains favorable for India, this has no immediate procedural benefit for adjustment of status applicants. Practitioners should treat Chart B movement as predictive, not operative. 2.