The registration period for the FY 2027 H-1B cap lottery will open on March 4, 2026, and close on March 19, 2026. Immigration attorneys Alycia Moss and Catherine Renshaw from Fennemore Craig have outlined essential information for employers regarding this upcoming registration period, which features a shortened timeline and potential changes to wage-based selection criteria.
Key Details:
- Registration opens: March 4, 2026
- Registration closes: March 19, 2026
- Employers should prepare required information in advance
- Changes to wage-based selection criteria may be implemented
This new registration timeline and the anticipated changes may significantly impact employers seeking to sponsor H-1B visa applicants. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: @FennemoreCraig