H-1B Cap FY2023 Insights: How to Leverage Current Trends for the Best Results
The H-1B lottery has now ended, as USCIS received sufficient petitions to reach the FY 2023 cap in the first round. For those that are selected, we present recommendations to maximize your options for a positive outcome and present the outcomes of a group of petitions that have been adjudicated including straight approval, RFEs, the basis of the RFEs, our success rate (100% so far), and more. Understanding what those H-1B petitions that have been selected may face in the coming months or year is key to preparing for success.
Our Perspective: Navigating Your Options Following an H-1B Non-Selection Notice
The H-1B lottery is now complete, as USCIS has announced it received sufficient petitions to reach the congressionally mandated 65,000 regular cap and 20,000 master’s cap for FY 2023. This is the first year the H-1B cap has been met with only one round of selections since the registration system was implemented in 2020. In the past, there have always been at least two rounds of selections, sometimes even three. This year, however, there will be no further rounds. Those not selected received an H-1B non-selection notice.
USCIS Announces FY2023 H-1B Cap Reached
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced sufficient petitions have been received to fill the FY2023 H-1B visa cap. Both the regular visa cap of 65,000 and the master’s cap of 20,000 are assumed to be filled with current filings.
FY22 Diversity Visa Deadline Issuance Won’t Be Enforced
The Biden Administration will not be required to process thousands of diversity visa applications before they expire.
End of the Fiscal Year, September 2022 Visa Bulletin
As the end of the Fiscal Year is approaching, the Department of State has released the September 2022 visa bulletin.
Visa Delays Drives Potential for Offshore Workforce
United States businesses that have been impacted by immigration application processing delays are now relying on foreign national employees who are working remotely from their home countries.
New York Judge Denies Relief For DACA Applications
A New York judge has refused to modify or clarify a state order that would continue the acceptance of granting of DACA applications.
Asylum Seekers Should Expect Receipt Delays For Applications
USCIS delays should be expected by those seeking asylum and withholding of removal status in the US.