What is the H1B lottery process for 2025?
The H1B lottery for 2025 will follow the same electronic registration system introduced in recent years. Employers must first complete electronic registrations for potential H1B candidates during the designated registration period, typically in March. If selected in the lottery, employers then have 90 days to submit complete petition packages.
When will the H1B lottery 2025 registration begin?
The H1B cap registration period for fiscal year 2025 is expected to open in early March 2024. The exact dates will be announced by USCIS typically 30-45 days before the registration window opens. The registration period usually remains open for at least 14 days.
What are the chances of selection in H1B lottery 2025? 
Selection rates vary each year based on registration numbers. For FY2024, USCIS received 780,884 registrations and selected 110,791 in the initial lottery （approximately 14.2% selection rate）. Similar numbers are anticipated for FY2025, though exact probabilities depend on final registration counts.
How many rounds of lottery will there be for H1B 2025?
USCIS may conduct multiple lottery selections if initial selections don\“t yield enough approved petitions to meet the annual cap of 85,000 visas （65,000 regular cap + 20,000 advanced degree exemption）. Additional selections occurred in recent years due to high denial and withdrawal rates.
What happens if my registration is not selected?
If your H1B registration is not selected in the initial lottery, you cannot file an H1B petition for that fiscal year. Employers and beneficiaries must explore alternative visa options or consider re-registering for the following year\“s lottery. USCIS typically notifies all registrants of selection status by March 31. |
