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H-2B visa cap exhausted for 2026: Check eligibility and filing dates for supplemental slots

March 25, 2026

USCIS allocates supplemental H-2B visas amid labor shortages, with application process opening on March 25, 2026. (Unsplash/ Representational
USCIS allocates supplemental H-2B visas amid labor shortages, with application process opening on March 25, 2026. (Unsplash/ Representational
H-2B visa cap exhausted for 2026: Check eligibility and filing dates for supplemental slotsThis program enables US employers to hire foreign nationals for temporary, non-agricultural positions when there is an inadequate supply of domestic labor. H-2B visa cap reached: Know who is affected The visa cap impacts industries like hospitality and landscaping, which rely on seasonal labor during high-demand times. This development arises as labor shortages persist across various sectors, with agricultural employers indicating disruptions due to a decrease in the availability of migrant workers. Supplemental visas have been introduced to tackle these labor shortages. The agency has detailed further visa allocations to assist employers.

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