H-2B Visa FY 2026 Now Open: Key Dates, Deadlines, and Requirements for U.S. Employers

04 July 2025 Β· Europe Permit

  • πŸ“£ The U.S. has opened the H-2B visa process for Fiscal Year 2026.

  • πŸ§‘β€πŸ”§ The H-2B visa allows foreign nationals to work in non-agricultural temporary jobs.

  • πŸ“† Employers can start submitting applications from April 1, 2025.

  • 🧾 A labor certification from the Department of Labor is required before applying.

  • 🚧 The annual cap is 66,000 visas, split into two halves β€” one for each half of the fiscal year.

  • ⏳ Meeting deadlines is critical β€” petitions submitted too late may be denied due to cap limits.

  • πŸ” Employers must advertise the job locally before applying to prove no U.S. worker is available.

  • πŸ“„ Incomplete paperwork or late submissions may delay or cancel the petition.

  • πŸ›‚ Once approved, workers must apply for a visa at a U.S. consulate in their home country.

  • πŸ”„ Employers planning seasonal hiring should prepare early for smooth processing.

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