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DOL Announces 35,000 Supplemental H‑2B Visas for FY 2026
Key Point
- DOL will make 35,000 additional H‑2B visas available for Fiscal Year 2026, a significantly smaller supplemental allocation compared to recent years
H-2B Visa FY 2026
The Department of Labor (DOL) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will release 35,000 supplemental H‑2B visas for Fiscal Year 2026. This year’s supplemental allocation represents a notable reduction from the higher visa levels issued in FY 2023–2025.
DOL and DHS plan to publish a temporary final rule in the Federal Register in the coming weeks. This rule outlines eligibility requirements, filing instructions and the distribution of supplemental visas. The agencies explained that Congress authorized the FY 2026 release under time‑limited authority specific to this fiscal year.
What is the H-2B Visa
The H‑2B visa helps employers meet seasonal or temporary labor needs in industries. Some common industries that utilize this visa category include: hospitality, tourism, seafood processing, forestry, manufacturing, and transportation. To learn more about this visa category, visit Envoy Global’s insight on H-2 visas.
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