Filipino Nurse Immigration · News & Updates
Visa bulletin updates, NCLEX news, immigration policy changes — everything a Filipino nurse needs to know to plan their US journey.
Visa Bulletin
The State Department's November 2026 visa bulletin shows a small forward movement for Philippines Employment-Based Third Preference (EB-3) categories. Nurses and other healthcare workers on sponsored EB-3 visas should review the updated priority dates with their immigration attorneys.
November 9, 2026 · Kapit News
NCLEX Update
The National Council of State Boards of Nursing confirmed that the Next Generation NCLEX (NGN) format will remain stable through 2027. Filipino nurses preparing for the exam can focus on clinical judgment frameworks without worrying about format changes.
November 5, 2026 · Kapit News
US Labor Market
A new HRSA report projects the US will need 450,000 additional RNs by 2030, particularly in ICU, med-surg, and geriatric care. This creates sustained demand for internationally educated nurses from the Philippines, India, and Nigeria.
October 28, 2026 · Kapit News
CGFNS
The Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools (CGFNS) reports improved processing times following a system upgrade. Average CES Professional Reports are now completing in 10-12 weeks, down from 18+ weeks earlier this year.
October 20, 2026 · Kapit News
A Cascadia recruiter will reach out within 48 hours.