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DHS Announces Countries Eligible for H-2A and H-2B Visa Programs

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USCISNovember 18, 2024

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DHS announced the list of countries whose nationals are eligible for the H-2A (agricultural) and H-2B (nonagricultural temporary worker) visa programs for the next 12 months. This annual eligibility designation affects which nationalities can apply for these seasonal work visas. Employers and workers from listed countries can proceed with H-2A or H-2B recruitment and applications.

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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), in consultation with the Department of State (State), has announced the lists of countries whose nationals are eligible to participate in the H-2A and H-2B visa programs for the next 12 months.

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