Visa & Green Card Tools for Indians in the USA
Free, data-backed tools for every stage of the US immigration journey — from H-1B lottery odds and priority date tracking to USCIS case status, processing times, and citizenship readiness. All tools run in your browser with no personal information collected.
Green Card Tools
Track your place in the EB-2 and EB-3 India queue, check your priority date against the current visa bulletin, and find your current stage in the green card process.
Green Card Wait Time Tracker
Live USCIS dataSee how many applicants are ahead of you using USCIS I-485 inventory and visa bulletin Final Action Dates for EB-2 and EB-3 India.
Open tool →Priority Date Checker
Monthly bulletin dataCompare your EB-1, EB-2, or EB-3 India priority date against the current visa bulletin Final Action Date and Dates for Filing.
Open tool →Green Card Stage Finder
Answer a few questions about PERM, I-140, and I-485 to find your exact stage and what to do next.
Open tool →H-1B Tools
Track cap-season timelines, assess transfer risks, explore H-1B salary data from official DOL filings, and understand every step from registration to your start date.
H-1B Lottery Timeline & Odds
Live countdownPersonalized cap-season timeline with registration dates, selection window, filing period, lottery odds, and a live countdown to your next milestone.
Open tool →H-1B Transfer Risk Checklist
Changing jobs or laid off? Assess your layoff grace period, AC21 portability, receipt timing, and travel risk before you make any moves.
Open tool →H-1B Salary Explorer
DOL dataExplore real H-1B base salaries by job title, city, and experience level — built from official DOL LCA filings.
Open tool →H-4 EAD & Family
H-4 spouses can get EAD work authorization once the H-1B holder has an approved I-140. This tool helps navigate eligibility, renewal gaps, and work options.
USCIS Case Status & Processing
Decode every USCIS status message, find out whether your case is delayed, and understand the service center prefix on your receipt number — no personal info needed.
USCIS Case Status Meaning Tool
Select your form type and current status — get plain-English meaning, what happens next, and when to contact your attorney.
Open tool →USCIS Processing Delay Checker
Is your H-1B, I-140, I-485, or EAD case delayed? Select your form and receipt date for an educational delay assessment.
Open tool →Receipt Number Prefix Decoder
What does IOE, LIN, SRC, EAC, WAC, or MSC mean on your receipt number? Instant decoder — no full receipt number required.
Open tool →USCIS & Visa Processing Times
Official source dataH-1B extension, I-140, I-485, EAD, OCI card, Indian passport renewal, and visa stamping times in one table — from official sources.
Open tool →Citizenship
If you have a green card, naturalization may be available after 5 years (or 3 years if married to a US citizen). This tool walks you through every N-400 readiness step.
Visa Bulletin
The monthly visa bulletin controls when Indian H-1B workers can file or receive approval of their green card. Understanding it is critical for EB-2 and EB-3 India applicants.
Travel & Documents
Check visa-free travel access for your Indian passport (enhanced by a valid US visa), estimate USA–India flight prices, and track OCI and Indian passport renewal timelines.
Visa-Free Countries for Indians
Filterable list of visa-free, visa-on-arrival, and e-Visa destinations — including countries that get easier with a valid US visa.
Open tool →USA ↔ India Flight Price Guide
Estimate whether USA–India fares for your route and month are low, moderate, or high — with booking-window tips and a money-saving checklist.
Open tool →OCI & Passport Processing Times
OCI card and Indian passport renewal timelines from VFS Global, alongside USCIS and visa stamping times.
Open tool →Frequently asked questions
What is a priority date and how do I check it against the visa bulletin?
Your priority date is set when your PERM labor certification is filed with the Department of Labor (for EB-2 and EB-3), or when your I-140 is filed (for EB-1 and EB-2 NIW). It sets your place in the visa queue. The Priority Date Checker at /tools/priority-date-checker compares your priority date against the current month's Final Action Date and Dates for Filing from the US Department of State visa bulletin.
How long is the EB-2 India green card wait time in 2026?
The EB-2 India Final Action Date is currently in the early 2010s — meaning only applicants who filed PERM in 2012–2013 are eligible for green card approval today. New EB-2 India applicants filing in 2024–2026 face multi-decade waits under current demand. The Green Card Wait Time Tracker at /tools/green-card-tracker uses USCIS I-485 inventory data to show how many people are ahead of you.
What does IOE, LIN, SRC, EAC, WAC, or MSC mean on my USCIS receipt number?
These are USCIS service center and filing location codes: LIN = Nebraska, SRC = Texas, EAC = Vermont, WAC = California, IOE = USCIS ELIS electronic system, MSC = National Benefits Center. The Receipt Number Prefix Decoder at /tools/uscis-receipt-number-decoder explains each prefix in detail.
What is the difference between Final Action Dates and Dates for Filing?
The Final Action Date (Table A) controls when USCIS can approve your green card — your priority date must be on or before this cutoff. Dates for Filing (Table B) is an earlier cutoff that, when USCIS authorizes it monthly, lets you file your I-485 for EAD and Advance Parole before your Final Action Date is current. Only use Table B when USCIS explicitly announces authorization at uscis.gov/visabulletininfo each month.
Can I file I-485 before my priority date is current under Final Action Dates?
Yes — but only if USCIS has authorized the Dates for Filing chart for that month AND your priority date qualifies under Table B. USCIS announces this authorization monthly. Filing under Table B gives you EAD and Advance Parole, but your green card will not be approved until your Final Action Date is also current.
What are the H-1B lottery odds for Indians in 2026?
The H-1B lottery is not specific to country of birth — all applicants worldwide compete from the same pool. 85,000 visas are available annually (65,000 general + 20,000 for US master's degree holders). Registration pools have ranged from roughly 350,000 to over 750,000 in recent years, putting single-registration odds at approximately 15%–35%. The H-1B Lottery Timeline tool at /tools/h1b-lottery-timeline tracks your dates and odds.
How long does an H-1B extension take in 2026?
A regular H-1B extension or transfer (Form I-129) typically takes 2–4 months at USCIS. Premium processing guarantees USCIS action within 15 business days for an additional $2,805 fee — action means approval, denial, or RFE, not necessarily final approval. See full current timelines at /tools/processing-times.
What can an H-4 EAD spouse do for work?
An H-4 EAD holder can work in any occupation for any employer, run their own business, freelance, and take on consulting work. H-4 EAD is available only when the H-1B spouse has an approved I-140 petition (or is in an H-1B extension beyond 6 years based on an approved I-140). The H-4 EAD Navigator at /tools/h4-ead-navigator helps understand eligibility, work options, and renewal gap risks.
Are these USCIS processing time estimates accurate?
Processing time estimates are typical published ranges sourced from USCIS, the State Department, and VFS Global. Individual cases routinely run faster or slower depending on service center workload, Requests for Evidence, security checks, and USCIS staffing. Use them for planning — not as guarantees. Always check your specific receipt on the official USCIS case tracker for the most current status.
Is NRItoUSA affiliated with USCIS, DHS, or the Department of State?
No. NRItoUSA is not affiliated with USCIS, the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of State, or any US government agency. All tools on this site are educational only and do not constitute legal or immigration advice. Always verify information on the official USCIS website (uscis.gov), State Department (travel.state.gov), and consult a licensed immigration attorney for advice specific to your situation.