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USCIS Shifts H-1B Selection to Wage-Based Priority Model for FY 2027
USCIS has completed the H-1B cap selection process for fiscal year 2027 and implemented a wage-based prioritization model that favors applicants with higher salaries and advanced skills. This represents a significant policy shift from the previous lottery system. The change could reshape visa distribution patterns and affect labor market dynamics in high-skill sectors.