Temporary Increase in H-2B Nonimmigrant Visas for FY 2026
- Mar 31
- 1 min read
USCIS has announced that the statutory cap for H-2B temporary non-agricultural worker visas for the second half of Fiscal Year 2026 has been reached. March 10, 2026 was confirmed as the final receipt date for petitions subject to the cap and USCIS will reject H-2B petitions received after March 10 that request a start date on or after April 1, 2026 and before October 1, 2026, unless the petition is exempt from the H-2B cap.
Availability remains for supplemental H-2B visa numbers offered in the second half of FY 2026 and the filing dates differ depending on the case type and requested employment start date.
This development highlights the continued demand for seasonal workforce visas and reinforces the importance of early filing strategies. Employers reliant on temporary labor programs must closely monitor supplemental visa allocations and alternative workforce planning measures. Organizations facing workforce shortages may explore alternative visa classifications or long-term employment-based immigration planning to ensure operational continuity.
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Source: USCIS H2-B Temporary Increase
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