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H-1B Visa Reform: How the Wage-Based Selection Could Reshape Hiring

The H-1B visa system is on the verge of its biggest change in years. Our latest infographic breaks down how the proposed wage-based selection process could replace the random lottery u2014 and what it means for employers, graduates, and global talent.<br>See the full infographic and prepare for the future of H-1B hiring.<br>Email- connect@casium.com| website- www.casium.com

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H-1B Visa Reform: How the Wage-Based Selection Could Reshape Hiring

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  1. 1. THE CURRENT H-1B SYSTEM 2. THE PROPOSED REFORM New Rule: Wage-Based Selection (RIN 1615-AD01) Annual cap: 85,000 visas (65k regular + 20k Annual cap: 85,000 visas (65k regular + 20k U.S. master’s quota) U.S. master’s quota) Timeline: Jul 17, 2025 → DHS sends proposal to OMB Aug 8, 2025 → OMB approves Next → Federal Register + 60-day comment period Possible start: FY 2026 season (March 2026) When applications When applications exceed cap → random exceed cap → random lottery decides who moves forward lottery decides who moves forward 3. HOW THE WAGE-BASED SELECTION WORKS 4. THE FOUR WAGE LEVELS Level I → Entry-level (recent grads, juniors) Registrations ranked by wage level vs. Registrations ranked by wage level vs. prevailing wage (Dept. of Labor data) prevailing wage (Dept. of Labor data) Level II → Mid-level roles (analysts, associates) Level III → Experienced staff (senior engineers, project managers) USCIS USCIS picks picks higher wage tiers first higher wage tiers first Lottery used only within a wage tier, not Lottery used only within a wage tier, not across all across all Level IV → Experts & leaders (scientists, architects, dept. heads) 6. WHAT HAPPENS NEXT? 5. WHY IT MATTERS Potential Benefits: Encourages competitive salaries Prioritizes high-skill, high-impact jobs Reduces misuse of H-1B for low-wage roles Potential Challenges: Entry-level grads may struggle Nonprofits/small employers may be disadvantaged Risk of salary registration Publication in Federal Register Public comment period (≈ 60 days) DHS reviews & revises rule Final rule issued with start date Implementation → Earliest: March 2026 registration (FY 2027 visas) inflation during 7. KEY TAKEAWAY 8. CASIUM CAN HELP Expert guidance for employers & applicants The reform marks a major shift from lottery to wage-driven selection. Explore compliance planning visa alternatives and Impact → employers, skilled professionals, and universities alike. Backed by experienced attorneys & case managers USA- (855) 855-1607 connect@casium.com www.casium.com

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