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With the FY 2027 H-1B cap filing season now behind us, employers may be tempted to pause H-1B planning until next spring. The period between petition filing and the October 1 start date, however, remains a critical compliance and planning window for HR and global mobility teams. Employers should use this time to confirm which …
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Effective April 1, 2026, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) implemented a revised edition of Form I-129, Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker, including significant updates to the H Classification Supplement. These changes coincide with broader structural developments affecting H-1B and H-1B cap adjudications, including increased data transparency, enhanced integrity measures, and new fee considerations. Collectively, …
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