For detailed report visit: https://www.visaverge.com/uscis/key-differences-between-may-2025-vs-april-2025-visa-bulletins-changes-explained/The State Department Visa Bulletin for May 2025 provides a monthly update on the availability of immigrant visas. It outlines final action dates and dates for filing applications for both family-sponsored and employment-based preference categories, indicating when applicants can proceed with their visa process. The bulletin specifies annual limits and per-country restrictions for these visas, including details for oversubscribed areas like China, India, Mexico, and the Philippines. Additionally, it includes information on the Diversity Visa lottery for FY 2025, outlining regional allocation cut-offs and reductions due to other programs. Finally, it addresses potential retrogression in certain employment-based categories and notes updates for U.S. government employee special immigrant visas.