USCIS has reported a significant decrease in the number of H-1B registrations for fiscal year 2027, with only 211,600 applications submitted. This marks a 38.5% drop from the previous fiscal year, indicating a shift in the program’s focus towards attracting highly skilled foreign workers.
Key Details:
- Total registrations for FY2027: 211,600
- Decrease from FY2026: 343,981 registrations
- Percentage of selected applicants with U.S. master’s degrees or higher: 71.5%
- Only 17.7% of selected registrations fell into the lowest wage category
This change reflects USCIS’s efforts to restore integrity to the H-1B program by prioritizing advanced degree holders and higher salaries, thereby enhancing the U.S. workforce and economy. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: r/h1b