Navigating
the Post-H-1B
Lottery
Landscape

Each year, hundreds of thousands of H-1B registrations compete for only 85,000 slots, leaving most employers without the talent they hoped to retain. Even with recent system changes, the odds remain tight, and the fallout from a non-selection can mean lost productivity, higher turnover, and added costs. This white paper shows HR leaders how to safeguard their workforce and keep international talent on board when the lottery doesn’t play out in their favor.

Key takeaways:

• The H-1B lottery remains highly competitive, requiring proactive planning to avoid talent loss
• Alternative visa pathways, student work extensions, and global assignments can help retain employees
• Compliance and risk management are critical to protect both employers and workers
• Early planning, including green card sponsorship, strengthens long-term retention strategies