The H-1B lottery process is a randomized selection system used by US Citizenship and Immigration Services （USCIS） to select petitions when the number of H-1B visa applications exceeds the annual cap. This system ensures fair selection among all eligible applicants.
In India, this process is particularly relevant as Indian professionals constitute a significant portion of H-1B applicants. Many Indian IT companies and professionals participate in this lottery each year, hoping to secure work opportunities in the United States.
The lottery typically occurs in March or April, with employers submitting electronic registrations for potential employees. If selected in the lottery, employers then have the opportunity to file complete H-1B petitions for their prospective employees. |
