FY2027 H1B Lottery Numbers Released: USCIS Completes H-1B Selection Process

USCIS has officially announced the completion of the H-1B cap selection process for fiscal year 2027. This marks a key milestone in the annual H-1B lottery cycle, as all registrations submitted during the designated period have now been processed and selection decisions finalized. Applicants who submitted H-1B registrations can log into their myUSCIS online accounts to check whether their registration was selected. Selected registrants will see their status updated, which then allows petitioners to proceed with filing a full H-1B cap-subject petition during the designated filing window. For EB-3 applicants and employment-based immigrants, the H-1B selection outcome can have downstream effects on workforce planning and employer sponsorship strategies. Workers not selected in the H-1B lottery often explore alternative pathways, including EB-3 permanent residence sponsorship, making this announcement particularly relevant to the broader employment-based immigration community. USCIS conducts the H-1B selection process using a randomized computer-generated lottery system. In recent years, the agency has received registrations far exceeding the annual statutory cap of 65,000 regular cap slots and 20,000 U.S. advanced degree exemption slots, necessitating the lottery process. Those not selected in this cycle should consult with their immigration attorneys about alternative visa options or strategies for future H-1B registration periods, including potential EB-3 labor certification pathways through their employers.