On February 13, 2026, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced that it had reached the cap for the first allocation of 18,490 supplemental H-2B returning worker visas for Fiscal Year 2026. These visas are designated for employment start dates beginning January 1, 2026.
Key Details:
- Total visas allocated: 18,490 H-2B returning worker visas
- Employment start dates: January 1, 2026, onwards
- Cap reached as of: February 13, 2026
- Affects seasonal and temporary workers in various industries
This announcement may impact employers seeking to hire seasonal workers, as the cap has been reached for this visa category.
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Source: greencard1awyer