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Srinivasa Reddy Kandi: USCIS Releases FY2026 H-1B Cap and Electronic Registration System Enhancements

February, 08, 2025-02:45

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USCIS Releases FY2026 H-1B Cap and Electronic Registration System Enhancements

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced the details regarding the H1B registration for the fiscal year 2026 (FY26). According to the announcement, the registration period will commence at noon Eastern Time (ET) on March 7, 2025, and will conclude at noon ET on March 24, 2025.

Overview of the Registration Process

To complete a registration, employers and their representatives are required to utilize a myUSCIS online account and pay the necessary registration fee of $215. Further information on how to create an account can be found on the USCIS website.

Employers whose registrations are selected during the initial registration period will receive notifications by March 31, 2025. If selected, the employer will have a 90-day period to submit the corresponding H1B petition. Additionally, the USCIS has introduced several enhancements to the accounts of legal representatives to facilitate the online submission of H1B petitions.

Srinivasa Reddy Kandi is an Immigration policies researcher and immigration laws analyst.

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Disclaimer: The information presented here is general in nature and might not be applicable in any given situation. It should not be interpreted as legal advice or taken for granted that it is always current.