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The FY 2023 H-1B cap season is getting underway amid economic conditions that could increase demand for high-skilled foreign workers.
Employers are encouraged to begin H-1B planning now and should expect heavy competition for workers who may have multiple employment offers. The number of registrations regularly eclipses the number of cap-subject H-1B visas available, both for bachelor’s and advanced degree holders. Next year will almost surely be no exception.
Here is some of the key information for those new to the process or in need of a refresher:
Background: This will be the third cap season in which USCIS will use the H-1B electronic registration process. USCIS received 308,613 registrations last year and 274,237 the year before. In each of the last two years, USCIS has conducted more than one lottery. Whether this happens again will depend on several factors, including how many petitions are submitted for the registrations that are selected in the initial lottery.
BAL Analysis: Demand for H-1B visas will likely be high again this cap season, and employers should expect candidates to have multiple job offers. Employers are encouraged to work closely with BAL regarding the immigration benefits employers can offer (e.g., immediate green card sponsorship), which petitions should be fully prepped before the registration lottery, and possible H-1B alternatives for registrations that are not selected.
BAL attorneys will be hosting a webinar on Tuesday, Dec. 14 entitled, “Developments Affecting H-1B Cap Season: Planning & Strategies for Your H-1B Program.” To attend, register here.
This alert has been provided by the BAL U.S. Practice group. For additional information, please contact berryapplemanleiden@bal.com.
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