USCIS begins releasing H-1B lottery results – How can applicants check selection status and what’s next?

The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has started releasing the results of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 H-1B visa lottery. If your status shows “Selected”, it means you have cleared the lottery stage and the next step is for your employer to file the H-1B petition on your behalf.

Applicants can check their selection status through their employer, legal representative or the USCIS online portal. As the results are announced in batches, those still awaiting confirmation should stay updated regularly.