Скачать или смотреть ⚠️ USCIS Halts H-2B Filings 2026: Will DHS Release Supplemental Visas?

USCIS has officially reached the statutory H-2B visa cap for the second half of FY2026, halting new petitions for temporary non-agricultural workers.
Employers must immediately assess the status of their Form I-129 filings as the Department of Homeland Security confirms the numerical limit has been met.
The congressionally mandated annual limit of 66,000 visas is split biannually, meaning USCIS will now reject and return filing fees for any cap-subject Form I-129 petitions received after the final receipt date.
While the statutory allocation for the remainder of the fiscal year is exhausted, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) may release supplemental visas based on urgent U.S. labor market needs.
Businesses facing labor shortages should verify if their candidates qualify as "returning workers" who are exempt from the cap or prepare for potential additional numbers authorized later in 2026.
0:00 – Introduction
1:30 – 2026 H-2B Cap Reached
3:45 – Rejected Petitions Protocol
6:10 – Supplemental Visa Outlook
8:20 – Exempt Worker Solutions

Official Resources & Government Links
🔗 USCIS H-2B Cap Count
🔗 DHS Supplemental Visa Updates
🔗 Federal Register Announcements
🔗 Legal Focus USA Website & Socials
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