Supporting Employees Not Selected in the H-1B Lottery: A Strategic Guide for HR Leaders

The H-1B visa lottery is a pivotal event for U.S. employers aiming to hire top-tier international talent. With only 85,000 visas available annually and hundreds of thousands of applicants, many qualified candidates are not selected, leaving both employees and employers in a challenging position. As an HR leader, it’s crucial to proactively support affected employees by exploring alternative pathways and strategies to retain valuable talent.