The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has concluded the initial registration phase for the fiscal year 2027 H-1B visa cycle, receiving a sufficient number of electronic registrations to fulfill the annual cap.
A Reddit user shared their emotional struggles after being rejected in the selection process, stating they 'honestly feel devastated' and 'haven't cried like this before.'
The H-1B visa program is predominantly utilized by technology firms in the United States to employ foreign labor, with Indian professionals being among the largest demographics of recipients.
The selection process is transitioning to a model based on wages, prioritizing applicants with higher salaries and advanced skills, aiming to better align the distribution of visas with labor market demands and curb system abuse.
Applicants can verify their status via their online accounts, while the USCIS has informed employers whose candidates are now qualified to submit H-1B cap-subject petitions.
