US tightens H-1B visa rules: Lottery system scrapped; new rules coming in 2026
The Trump administration has replaced the H-1B visa lottery with a new system prioritizing higher-skilled workers. This move aims to prevent exploitation by employers seeking cheaper foreign labor, ensuring American jobs are protected. The updated process, effective February 27, 2026, seeks to boost national competitiveness by attracting top talent.
The Trump administration has replaced the H-1B visa lottery with a new system prioritizing higher-skilled workers. This move aims to prevent exploitation by employers seeking cheaper foreign labor, ensuring American jobs are protected. The updated process, effective February 27, 2026, seeks to boost national competitiveness by attracting top talent.
