On August 1, 2024, the USCIS conducted a second draw from the H-1B lottery pool after failing to receive enough petitions for the initial draw.
Due to overwhelming demand for the H-1B visa, which attracted 479,953 registrations for just 85,000 slots, a lottery system is employed.
An employer's participation in the second draw is automatic if their registration was properly filed in March, simplifying the process for both applicants and employers.
USCIS will hold a third lottery draw if the number of petitions does not meet the required 65,000, highlighting the ongoing demand for H-1B visas.
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