Visa sponsorship listings have dropped to 1.9% in 2025, largely due to the implementation of a $100,000 fee for H-1B visas. However, this fee does not apply to F-1 students on Optional Practical Training (OPT). The odds for the FY2026 H-1B lottery are projected at 35.3%, marking the best chances since 2022.
Key Details:
- Visa sponsorship listings: 1.9% in 2025
- H-1B fee: $100,000, exempt for F-1 students on OPT
- FY2026 lottery odds: 35.3%
- Best lottery odds since 2022
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Source: @Jorbi_ai