H-1B selection notices are being distributed, revealing a selection rate exceeding 40% among registrations at VisaNation Law Group, significantly higher than the historical average of 25-30%. This increase is attributed to the recent $100,000 supplemental fee for overseas hires, which deterred many employers from pursuing candidates requiring consular processing, leading to a 50% drop in total registrations compared to last year.
Key Details:
- Current selection rate: Over 40% among VisaNation registrations
- Historical average selection rate: 25-30%
- Total registrations decreased by approximately 50% from the previous year
- Petition filing window: April 1 to June 30, 2024
The new wage-weighted selection framework has also encouraged employers to prioritize higher wage levels for U.S.-based candidates, resulting in a more prepared applicant pool. Additionally, small and mid-sized companies are now seeing more success in the selection process, as the new framework has leveled the playing field against larger outsourcing firms. For those selected, the upcoming petition filing window is crucial for securing H-1B approval.
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