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Srinivasa Reddy Kandi: Second Random Selection for FY 2025 H-1B Regular Cap

September, 03, 2025-04:30

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Second Random Selection for FY 2025 H-1B Regular Cap:


USCIS has completed a second random selection of previously submitted FY 2025 H-1B registrations. This step was necessary to ensure that the number of selected registrations meets the H-1B regular cap. All petitioners with registrations selected in this round have been notified and are now eligible to file H-1B cap-subject petitions for the named beneficiary.

Only petitioners with selected registrations may submit an H-1B cap-subject petition for FY 2025. The second selection was not conducted for the advanced degree exemption (master’s cap) since enough registrations had already been chosen to meet that cap.

Filing Requirements:

Petitions must be properly filed at the designated filing location or online at my.uscis.gov
within the filing period noted on the selection notice. The filing window will remain open for at least 90 days. Petitioners must include a copy of the selection notice with their petition. Selection only provides eligibility to file; petitioners must still meet all statutory and regulatory requirements for approval.

Updated Fees and Forms:

As of April 1, 2024, new filing fees are in effect. Petitions filed without the correct fees will be rejected. USCIS will only accept the 04/01/24 edition of Form I-129, Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker. The premium processing fee for Form I-907 increased on February 26, 2024. Any submission with the old fee after this date will be rejected and returned.

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Disclaimer: The information presented here is general in nature and might not be applicable in any given situation. It should not be interpreted as legal advice or taken for granted that it is always current.