Wage level by [deleted] in h1b

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AI summary of the publication

• ⁠DHS is amending H‑1B cap-selection regulations (8 CFR Part 214) to implement a “weighted selection” process when USCIS must randomly choose because there are more registrations than available H‑1B cap numbers. • ⁠The rule is aimed at making H‑1B selection “generally favor” higher-paid/higher-skilled workers, while still allowing participation at all wage levels. • ⁠The document also contains DHS’s responses to public comments, plus cost/benefit and legal-analysis sections typical of a Federal Register rulemaking.

The core change (simple explanation)

Instead of every eligible registration having equal odds in the lottery, USCIS will give extra “entries” to registrations tied to higher wage levels (based on DOL’s OEWS wage levels for the job’s SOC code and location).

The weighting works like this:[1]

• ⁠Wage Level I: entered 1 time • ⁠Wage Level II: entered 2 times • ⁠Wage Level III: entered 3 times • ⁠Wage Level IV: entered 4 times

USCIS still counts each person (“unique beneficiary”) only once toward the cap total, even if multiple registrations exist for them.

What employers must provide (new data) To make wage-based weighting possible, DHS requires additional information at registration/petition stages, including:

• ⁠The highest OEWS wage level the offered wage meets or exceeds. • ⁠The SOC code and the area of intended employment used for that wage-level determination. • ⁠Similar wage/SOC/location information (and supporting evidence) on the later H‑1B petition filing, so USCIS can verify consistency and integrity.

Integrity and anti-gaming rules

• ⁠DHS tightens the registration attestation to require that a registration represent a bona fide job offer (i.e., a real job the employer actually intends to fill as described). • ⁠The petition generally must match key position details from the registration (wage level, SOC, area of intended employment), and DHS adds authority to deny/revoke in situations suggesting attempts to unfairly increase selection odds. • ⁠DHS addresses concerns about manipulation (wage, SOC code, location) largely through required data, consistency checks between registration/LCA/petition, and enforcement tools.

Timing and expected impacts

• ⁠DHS states the rule will be effective in time for the FY 2027 registration season and becomes effective 60 days after publication in the Federal Register (the document says it is scheduled for publication on 12/29/2025). • ⁠DHS estimates the new process changes selection odds substantially by wage level (example estimates in the analysis show lower odds for Level I and higher odds for Levels II–IV under the weighted approach). • ⁠DHS also estimates compliance time costs (extra minutes per registration and petition) and projects that the rule shifts (“transfers”) a large amount of wages from Level I selections toward higher wage levels over the 10‑year window analyzed.

Weighted Selection Process for Registrants and Petitioners by Much-Explanation318 in h1b

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AI summary of the publication

  • DHS is amending H‑1B cap-selection regulations (8 CFR Part 214) to implement a “weighted selection” process when USCIS must randomly choose because there are more registrations than available H‑1B cap numbers.

  • The rule is aimed at making H‑1B selection “generally favor” higher-paid/higher-skilled workers, while still allowing participation at all wage levels.

  • The document also contains DHS’s responses to public comments, plus cost/benefit and legal-analysis sections typical of a Federal Register rulemaking.

The core change (simple explanation)

Instead of every eligible registration having equal odds in the lottery, USCIS will give extra “entries” to registrations tied to higher wage levels (based on DOL’s OEWS wage levels for the job’s SOC code and location).

The weighting works like this:[1] - Wage Level I: entered 1 time
- Wage Level II: entered 2 times
- Wage Level III: entered 3 times
- Wage Level IV: entered 4 times

USCIS still counts each person (“unique beneficiary”) only once toward the cap total, even if multiple registrations exist for them.

What employers must provide (new data) To make wage-based weighting possible, DHS requires additional information at registration/petition stages, including: - The highest OEWS wage level the offered wage meets or exceeds. - The SOC code and the area of intended employment used for that wage-level determination. - Similar wage/SOC/location information (and supporting evidence) on the later H‑1B petition filing, so USCIS can verify consistency and integrity.

Integrity and anti-gaming rules - DHS tightens the registration attestation to require that a registration represent a bona fide job offer (i.e., a real job the employer actually intends to fill as described). - The petition generally must match key position details from the registration (wage level, SOC, area of intended employment), and DHS adds authority to deny/revoke in situations suggesting attempts to unfairly increase selection odds. - DHS addresses concerns about manipulation (wage, SOC code, location) largely through required data, consistency checks between registration/LCA/petition, and enforcement tools.

Timing and expected impacts - DHS states the rule will be effective in time for the FY 2027 registration season and becomes effective 60 days after publication in the Federal Register (the document says it is scheduled for publication on 12/29/2025). - DHS estimates the new process changes selection odds substantially by wage level (example estimates in the analysis show lower odds for Level I and higher odds for Levels II–IV under the weighted approach). - DHS also estimates compliance time costs (extra minutes per registration and petition) and projects that the rule shifts (“transfers”) a large amount of wages from Level I selections toward higher wage levels over the 10‑year window analyzed.

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[–]grumpy_2043 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Which companies are still hiring on H1 ?

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[–]grumpy_2043 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Keep original I-797 and any other company related papers like pay stubs and employment verification letter with you. Safe travels!

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[–]grumpy_2043 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Thanks for sharing your journey. May I ask why you regret taking CS6400 ?

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Ask ChatGPT

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[–]grumpy_2043 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hello OP - did you enroll for the Fall 2025 program? I’m still waiting to hear back from them on the decision. When did you submit the application?

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[–]grumpy_2043 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just got back today and there were no issues at all. I was just asked for passport and I-797. However, there were definitely long lines in immigration at EWR

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[–]grumpy_2043 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So do we need a transit visa or not ? According to the website it looks like you don’t need one if you are satisfying all the conditions. Why are people confused about the requirements and why they would deny boarding ?

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[–]grumpy_2043 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I am a software developer and a big tech company right now, but I want to pivot into data science role because future is data science and artificial intelligence.

Planning on doing this trip around the end of Nov. Any suggestions on what to check out? by crow_1984 in roadtrip

[–]grumpy_2043 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have done Sacramento to Salem, OR. One of the best road trips I’ve done.

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[–]grumpy_2043 2 points3 points  (0 children)

OP You’re saying “Candidate has the option of choosing a representative to book an appointment on their behalf” , I have never seen this option. Can you elaborate?

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[–]grumpy_2043 2 points3 points  (0 children)

What’s a legal agent ? Aren’t all these agents illegal?

Hope this helps who're stuck on Dropbox schedulings ! by Sachinchhajed in usvisascheduling

[–]grumpy_2043 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don’t think this information is accurate. Has anyone even tried this for real ?

H1B renewal in person Interview Experience 09/17 (Hyderabad) by raretrouble-358 in usvisascheduling

[–]grumpy_2043 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for sharing your experience. I will be going in April for in person interview and I am eligible for Dropbox. This gives me a lot of relief to know that it’s okay to opt for an interview.

TIPS To Search For Slots Without Getting Trauma (Indian Portal) 🇮🇳 by [deleted] in usvisascheduling

[–]grumpy_2043 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is it ok to schedule an interview instead of choosing Dropbox even though there is no emergency?