dhs

H-1B Weighted Selection Process

Weighted Selection Process for Cap-Subject H-1B Petitions (DHS Final Rule)

Agency: Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)Document Number: 2025-23853Type: Final rule implementing a revised H-1B cap selection processScheduled Publication Date: December 29, 2025Pages: Approximately 303 Purpose and Overview of the Change The Department of Homeland Security, through USCIS, has issued a final rule revising the H-1B cap lottery selection process. […]

Weighted Selection Process for Cap-Subject H-1B Petitions (DHS Final Rule) Read More »

DHS Proposes New H‑1B Selection Framework

Prioritizing Wages Over Chance: DHS Proposes New H‑1B Selection Framework

Overview In mid-2025, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) advanced a new proposal to transform the H‑1B visa selection system. The proposed rule aims to replace the current random lottery with a wage-based selection process that prioritizes petitions offering higher salaries. The goal is to attract highly skilled professionals and align visa allocation with

Prioritizing Wages Over Chance: DHS Proposes New H‑1B Selection Framework Read More »

Stay informed on US Immigration.

Subscribe today to receive important updates, expert advice, and opportunities for your US journey.

We don’t spam! Read our privacy policy for more info.