In our latest episode of Workforce WorldView, Gregory Wald and Samuel Mudrick, partners in our Business Immigration team, discuss the US H-1B specialty occupation visa, a high-skilled visa often used by US employers looking to fill roles that routinely go unfilled due to domestic skills shortages.
They talk through how to apply for an H-1B visa, including H-1B visa requirements and the H-1B registration process, commonly known as the H-1B lottery. The discussion also provides practical guidance on navigating 2026 H-1B visa lottery changes, including the shift toward a wage‑weighted selection system and the implications of the introduction of a US$100,000 fee for certain first‑time applicants.
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Key questions we answer in this episode
What are H-1B visas?
How does an H-1B differ to a green card?
What H-1B requirements must US employers meet to secure the visa?
What is the H-1B visa lottery?
How and when do employers submit their H-1B lottery registration?
How should employers approach the weighted wage-level process?
How can we help you?
If you have any questions about the H‑1B lottery application process or how these developments may affect your hiring needs, our Business Immigration team is here to help. Please get in touch with one of our US immigration attorneys to discuss how we can support your organization’s workforce strategy and ensure your business remains compliant and competitive in securing global talent.