USCIS has officially changed the selection process for the H-1B lottery to a wage-based system, effective immediately. This new approach prioritizes higher-wage offers, impacting how petitions are evaluated during the lottery process.
Key Details:
- The new wage-based selection criteria will apply to all H-1B cap petitions submitted for the upcoming fiscal year.
- Employers are encouraged to offer competitive salaries to improve their chances of selection in the lottery.
- This change aims to attract highly skilled workers and ensure that U.S. employers are offering fair wages.
- The lottery will still be conducted annually, but the selection will now favor higher wage offers over lower ones.
This policy shift is expected to significantly affect employers and applicants in the tech and other industries that rely heavily on H-1B visas. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: KumarXclusive