H-1B cap Articles
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H-1B for PhD Holders and Students
Published on July 24, 2025The H-1B is a highly coveted visa, and many PhD students and graduates wonder whether it’s a viable option—or whether they can apply for one while still pursuing their degree. In this post, we’ll explore the H-1B visa for PhD students and highlight how having a PhD may give you a competitive edge in securing…
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Breaking: No Second Round of H-1B Lottery
Published on July 18, 2025On July 18, 2025, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced that it has received enough petitions to meet both the 65,000 regular H-1B cap and the 20,000 master’s cap for fiscal year (FY) 2026. This announcement has answered what many have been wondering: Will there be a second round H-1B lottery this year? What…
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Definitive Guide to the H-1B Master’s Cap
Published on June 30, 2025Master’s degree graduates from eligible United States institutions gain a significant advantage entering the H-1B visa lottery. Understanding how entering the H-1B Master’s cap can improve your chances of selection in 2025-2026 is key to securing employment in the United States. We’ve helped thousands of readers understand the H-1B Masters Cap, also known as the…
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H-1B Visa Fees 2025-2026: Cost of Extensions, Amendments & Transfers
Published on June 30, 2025To save time and money, it’s vital to have a clear understanding of the H-1B visa fees. Avoiding common errors requires a thorough knowledge of what fees apply, how to pay the fees, and who is responsible for paying them. Whether you’re applying for the H-1B visa in the 2025-26 visa lottery cap or as…
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H1B Lottery Results: The Definitive Guide on 2025-2026 Lottery Chances
Published on June 30, 2025It’s not easy to get a decent estimate of your H-1B visa lottery chances due to many complicated factors affecting your odds. We understand this frustration, so we created this guide to explain those factors and show how they affect your chances. Within, we explore historical trends, demonstrate how your degree type influences your chances,…
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H-1B Cap Exempt Employers
Published on June 30, 2025The H-1B visa is intended for foreign professionals who are hired by U.S. employers for their skills and expertise in a specialized occupation. However, the H-1B visa has an annual cap of 65,000. Unlike the regular and advanced degree categories, the H-1B cap-exempt category does not have a set quota or annual limit. In this…