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’
Are H-1B Visas Affected by the 75-Country Immigration Pause?
U.S. employers must differentiate between the new 75-country immigrant visa pause and H-1B compliance. While H-1B visas are generally not included in the pause, they face a $100,000 supplemental fee…
Florida gubernatorial candidate pushes to end H-1B visas and raise tuition
The FY 2027 H-1B season faces new challenges as Florida political proposals target foreign students and workers. With…
How Fixed Immigration Periods Shape International Students’ Investment Flexibility
A strategic financial guide for international students emphasizing capital protection and liquidity. It highlights the importance of keeping…
Understanding H-1B Cap Changes: Higher Wages and Faster Transitions
Transitioning from F-1 to H-1B status involves significant tax and regulatory changes. Graduates must navigate new residency rules,…
Will H-1B Reforms Drive Salary Inflation in Tech and Engineering?
New H-1B rules in 2025, featuring a $100,000 fee and a weighted lottery, are driving up costs for…
H-1B Layoff Threat Sends PERM Process Into Chaos, Experts Warn
The U.S. is implementing major immigration reforms including a $100,000 fee for certain H-1B visas, a wage-based selection…
One Percent Remittance Tax Takes Effect 2026: What Immigrants Must Know
New U.S. regulations effective 2026 will tax cash-based remittances at 1%. Legitimate account-based transfers are generally exempt, though…
H-1B Lottery 2026: Understanding the 4-3-2-1 Weighted Selection
A new DHS rule replaces the random H-1B lottery with a weighted system based on wage levels. Starting…
H-4 Spouses Challenge DHS Rule Ending Automatic EAD Extensions
A federal lawsuit in California is challenging the DHS decision to end automatic extensions for Employment Authorization Documents…
Can Small Businesses Compete in the New H-1B Lottery Without Level IV
Starting February 2026, H-1B selection will be weighted by DOL wage levels, giving higher-paid roles more lottery entries.…