USCIS has received enough H-1B electronic registrations to meet the FY 2027 cap, including the master’s cap, and has already selected beneficiaries through the lottery process. Petitioners with selected beneficiaries have been notified and are eligible to file H-1B cap-subject petitions starting April 1, 2026. Only those with selected registrations may file, and they must do so within the designated filing window (at least 90 days), using the correct filing location or online system and including the official selection notice. All petitions must use the updated Form I-129 (02/27/26 edition) and match the details provided in the original registration, including beneficiary identity and job information. Petitioners must also submit supporting documentation such as proof of the beneficiary’s passport and justification for the wage level listed. Additionally, certain H-1B petitions may require a $100,000 fee under a presidential proclamation. Importantly, selection in the lottery only grants eligibility to file—it does not guarantee approval, and petitioners must still fully establish eligibility under USCIS requirements.