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Each year at the completion of the H1B visa lottery, USCIS notifies recipients of their selection through their USCIS accounts. This is done through a USCIS Form I-797C, Notice of Action. If you were one of the few selected, Congratulations! However, selection in the H-1B lottery is just the first step in the process. We discuss what to do after you are selected in the H-1B visa lottery here.
The US Department of Labor (DOL) plays an essential role in managing foreign worker applications via its Office for Foreign Labor Certification (OFLC). They issue prevailing wage determinations (PWD) and permanent labor certifications (PERM) for international workforce members. It’s easy to follow the progression of your application via the Foreign Labor Application Gateway (FLAG). Keep in mind, processing periods for both PWD and PERM can fluctuate due to caseload and varying factors.