Generally, Canadian citizens traveling to the United States for business or pleasure do not require a nonimmigrant visa. They simply present their travel document (i.e., Canadian passport, Enhanced Driver’s License/Identification Card, NEXUS, FAST/EXPRESS, SENTRI Enrollment card) at a land port-of-entry or an international airport preclearance to be inspected for admission by US Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Depending on their purpose of travel, the CBP Officer will inspect and admit qualifying Canadian citizens as either B-1 Business Visitors or B-2 Tourist Visitors for up to six (6) months.
The initial registration period for the fiscal year (FY) 2027 H-1B lottery is expected to begin in early March 2026 and remain open for at least 14 calendar days. This post outlines key steps in the registration process and explains the new weighted selection system that will apply for the first time this season.
Registration Process and Fee
To participate in the H‑1B lottery, employers must complete several preliminary steps:
- Create a myUSCIS Account: Both employers and their attorneys must create accounts on myUSCIS.gov to access the electronic registration system.
- Coordinate ...