H-1B FY2027 just closed. Here's what happens next, and what to do if you're not selected
What happens after H-1B FY2027 registration closes?
The H-1B FY2027 registration window closed on March 19, 2026. USCIS will notify selected employers via myUSCIS by March 31, 2026. Selected candidates can have petitions filed starting April 1, 2026. If not selected, candidates can explore STEM OPT extension (up to 36 months for STEM graduates), cap-exempt employer roles, O-1 visa, L-1 transfer, or re-enter the FY2028 lottery. Wynisco Inc. has helped 800+ international professionals navigate exactly these situations.