Recently Changed H-1B Visa Registration Opens March 4

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced that the H-1B cap initial registration period for fiscal year (FY) 2027 begins at 12 p.m. (EST) on March 4, 2026, and will run through 12 p.m. (EST) on March 19, 2026. During that period, employers intending to hire individuals through the H-1B visa program will have the opportunity to register for the selection process.

As employers prepare to register, however, they should be aware of some recent changes made to the H-1B visa program, including a new $100,000 fee on certain petitions and new regulations adopting a wage-weighted lottery selection system.