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What does the data mean for H-1B workers?

  • H-1B approvals were 399,395 in FY2024; the preliminary FY2025 figure is ~358,000 — about 10% lower. Projected
  • India nationals received ~71% of all approvals, so cap and fee changes land hardest on them. Reported
  • Denials edged up from ~25,500 (FY2024) toward ~30,000 (FY2025 preliminary). Projected
  • Two recent changes affect applicants: USCIS moved to beneficiary-centric registration (FY2025 cap) and raised filing fees (April 2024). Reported

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These summaries are computed automatically from the same public datasets used across the site (USCIS, the State Department, BLS, CBP, and Texas WARN). They describe direction and magnitude, not cause, and are not a substitute for advice from a qualified immigration professional. Read the full methodology →