https://www.visaverge.com/news/dhs-reforms-h-1b-selection-to-favor-higher-skilled-workers/

DHS says it will overhaul how H-1B cap visas are awarded, moving away from the familiar random lottery and toward a new weighted selection system that favors higher-wage, higher-skilled roles. This episode breaks down what’s changing, when it starts, and why it could reshape who actually gets a shot at an H-1B.

You’ll get a clear explanation of the current 65,000 cap plus the 20,000 advanced-degree set‑aside, why the lottery has been criticized, and how DHS is framing the shift as a way to protect U.S. wages and reduce abuse. We’ll also walk through practical action items for employers and applicants ahead of the FY 2027 registration season, including what to watch for as the final rule takes effect in early 2026.

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