When does FY 2027 H-1B cap initial registration open? USCIS issues bulletin for new season

Sharing a major update on the FY 2027 H-1B Cap Initial Registration Period, the US Citizenship and Immigration Services released a new bulletin on Friday, Jan 30 (US time). As per the latest announcement, the aspiring visa petitioners should mark March 4 and March 19 on their calendars as important dates related to the new season.

The new announcement this week shares not only information related to the registration process, but it also incorporates new policy changes under the Donald Trump administration, including the new weighted selection process and the $100,000 H-1B fee.