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USCIS Will Conduct Second Random Selection from Previously Submitted FY 2024 H-1B Cap Registrations

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USCIS will conduct a second random selection from FY 2024 H-1B cap registrations to reach the numerical allocations, after an initial selection in March 2023. Only registrants selected in either drawing are eligible to file H-1B cap-subject petitions. This provides a second chance for previously submitted registrations that were not initially chosen. The selection process applies to both regular cap and advanced degree exemption beneficiaries.
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In March 2023, USCIS conducted an initial random selection on properly submitted electronic registrations for the fiscal year (FY) 2024 H-1B cap, including for beneficiaries eligible for the advanced degree exemption. Only those petitioners with selected registrations for FY 2024 are eligible to file H-1B cap-subject petitions.

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