The upcoming H-1B season for FY 2027 presents unprecedented uncertainty for Indian professionals and US employers. A new wage-weighted selection system, a proposed $100,000 entry fee, and severe consular backlogs in India are forcing companies to rethink hiring strategies, potentially shifting focus to candidates already in the US.The upcoming H-1B season for FY 2027 presents unprecedented uncertainty for Indian professionals and US employers. A new wage-weighted selection system, a proposed $100,000 entry fee, and severe consular backlogs in India are forcing companies to rethink hiring strategies, potentially shifting focus to candidates already in the US.
