USCIS has reported a dramatic 38.5% decrease in H-1B lottery registrations, totaling 211,600 for the current fiscal year. This decline follows a freeze on limited H-1B slots available to applicants from India. Notably, selections for Master’s degree holders reached a historic high of 71.5%, while entries for Wage Level 1 positions fell sharply to just 17.7%.
Key Details:
- Total H-1B lottery registrations: 211,600
- Decrease in registrations: 38.5% from previous year
- Master’s degree selections: 71.5% of total
- Wage Level 1 selections: only 17.7% of total
This significant drop in registrations may impact many prospective immigrants seeking employment in the U.S., particularly those at the entry-level wage tier. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: @attharvdey