The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) have started releasing the results of the H-1B visa lottery for the year 2026.
Applicants are to check their status online through the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) portal, through their employer, or their legal representative. Since notifications are being issued in phases, some applicants may need to wait longer for confirmation of their status.
The H-1B visa is a non-immigrant visa that allows U.S. employers to temporarily hire foreign workers in specialty occupations that require specialized knowledge and at least a bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
It is commonly used for jobs in technology, engineering, finance, healthcare, and academia.
