The H-1B lottery registration season has officially begun, with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) opening the registration period today, running until March 19. This year, thousands of highly skilled tech professionals and their employers face heightened anxiety as new wage-based selection criteria complicate the already competitive lottery process.
Key Details:
- Registration period: March 13, 2023, to March 19, 2023
- Last year’s selection rate: Only 35% of registrants were chosen
- New criteria: Wage-based selection adds complexity to the lottery odds
- Alternatives: Companies are encouraged to explore options like nearshoring talent from Canada
The changes in the selection process may lead to increased uncertainty for many applicants, prompting some companies to seek contingency plans to secure their workforce.
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Source: MobSquad