Exercise of Time-Limited Authority To Increase the Fiscal Year 2026 Numerical Limitation for the H–2B Temporary Nonagricultural Worker Program
Summary
The federal government is temporarily increasing the number of temporary foreign workers allowed to enter the United States for non-agricultural jobs in 2026. This rule allows employers in industries like hospitality and landscaping to hire more foreign workers when they cannot find enough American workers to fill positions.
Key Points
- 1The H-2B visa program, which brings in temporary workers for seasonal jobs outside of farming, will accept more applications in fiscal year 2026 than usual
- 2This temporary increase is meant to help employers fill worker shortages in industries like hotels, restaurants, construction, and landscaping
- 3The government is using special authority to raise the cap on how many H-2B visas can be issued this year only
- 4Employers must still prove they cannot find enough American workers before hiring foreign workers under this program
- 5The public had until April 7, 2026 to submit comments about this new rule
Key Dates
February 3, 2026
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