The H-1B visa cap for Fiscal Year 2026 was fully reached in July 2025, and the cap for FY 2027 has already been filled. Registration for FY 2028 will open in October 2027, and it is anticipated that the cap will be reached by summer 2027.
Key Details:
- FY 2026 cap reached: July 2025
- FY 2027 cap already filled
- FY 2028 registration opens: October 2027
- Non-profit and educational sectors are exempt from the cap, allowing for additional H-1B visas.
Despite the capped number of 85,000 new H-1B visas, the overall program remains robust due to numerous extensions, job changes, and university hires, with annual approvals ranging from 300,000 to 400,000. This means that many H-1B workers continue to reside in the U.S. even with a seemingly limited cap.
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Source: @BrianEastwoodx