H1B
H-1B visa lottery results, cap season updates, wage level analysis, employer sponsorship data, and transfer rules. Covers registration, selection, RFE trends, and premium processing timelines for FY2026.
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Answers from VisaVerge guidesWhat changes will H-1B visa applicants in India face starting September 2, 2025?
Starting September 2, 2025, all H-1B visa applicants in India must attend in-person interviews at a U.S. consulate, ending the dropbox option.
Read: When Did India Get H-1B Dropbox Option and Why Was It Dropped?How did employer actions affect H-1B visa holders in 2025?
Employers increased the risk of H-1B workers going out of status by rapidly withdrawing petitions after layoffs, complicating their future re-entry into the U.S.
Read: H-1B in 2025: What Layoffs Taught Visa Holders and EmployersHow does the H-1B process work for employers and employees in 2025?
The H-1B process remains employer-driven, with the employer filing the petition and the employee maintaining status by staying employed in the approved job under the approved terms.
Read: US Immigration FAQ Update: H-1B, F-1, NRIs Amid 2025 ChangesWhat changes has USCIS introduced to curb H-1B visa exploitation starting in 2025?
USCIS has introduced beneficiary-focused selection and mandatory passport information for lottery registrations to tackle registration abuse.
Read: H-1B Exploitation: Middlemen Gaming the SystemWhat are some key changes to the H-1B visa program for fiscal year 2025?
The USCIS adopted a 'beneficiary-centric' registration process, resulting in fewer registrations but relatively steady numbers of employers and unique foreign candidates applying for visas.
Read: Donald Trump Backs H-1B Visas: ‘We Need Competent People’
N3bn Spent to Sponsor Nigerians for H-1B Visas According to Uscis Data
The FY 2027 H-1B season introduces higher fees and tighter regulations for U.S. employers. A reported N3.23 billion was spent on Nigerian H-1B fees in 2024, a figure expected to…
International Students Face Tax Risks After Filing Form 1040 Instead of Form 1040-NR Nonresident Return
Nonresident visa holders often misfile tax returns as residents, risking IRS penalties and immigration issues. This guide outlines…
States Pause H-1B Visas in Public Universities and State Agencies Texas Leads
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has ordered a halt to new H-1B visa petitions by state agencies and public…
H-1B Electronic Registration Process for Weighted Selection Process
Breaking Update March 31, 2026 USCIS Has Completed the FY 2027 H-1B Initial Registration Selection Process All selection…
U.S. Announces H-1B Cap Initial Registration Period March 4 Opening
The FY 2027 H-1B cap season introduces a weighted selection process favoring higher-paid roles. Registration opens March 4,…
Massachusetts Moves to Cap Sports Bets and Raise Tax Under Senate Bill 302 Bettor Health Act
The proposed 'Bettor Health Act' in Massachusetts seeks a 51% tax on online sports betting and a ban…
Matter of Dial Auto Repair Shop Three-Factor Test Clarified for Successor-In-Interest Cases
The successor-in-interest doctrine allows new corporate entities to continue sponsorship for foreign workers after a merger or acquisition.…
FEIN Rules Change Alters H‑1B Vetting Under U.S. Uscis Policy
The H-1B visa landscape is changing with the introduction of a $100,000 petition fee and a weighted lottery…
Successor-In-Interest (sii) Rule Shapes H-1B Outcomes Under H-1B Modernization Final Rule (2025) Entry Fee Proclamation
SII is the legal mechanism allowing successor companies to inherit H-1B petitions after mergers or acquisitions. By assuming…
Late Successor-In-Interest Filings Risk Employment Benefits with Uscis DHS
Successor-in-Interest filings are vital for preserving H-1B and PERM benefits during corporate mergers. Employers must demonstrate continuity in…