Important Reminder for Indians Looking for Jobs in the U.S. on H-2B Visa (Not H-1B)

Good news for Indian job seekers! Starting this year, Indians are now eligible to apply for H-2B visas, a U.S. work visa program for temporary non-agricultural jobs.

But here’s the urgent part: the time is running out for Spring 2026 petition filings. If you (or someone you know) are exploring work opportunities in the U.S., this is the time to act.

📅 Filing Windows You Should Know

The H-2B program works on a strict seasonal filing system, and applications are accepted only in short windows:

• For jobs starting April 1, 2025 → Filing window was January 1st to 3rd , 2025

• For jobs starting October 1, 2025 → Filing window was July 3rd to 5th , 2025

• For Spring 2026 jobs → Filing window is coming up soon, Approach us to start preparing now!
  

Demand is extremely high and quotas get filled quickly. Waiting until the last minute could mean losing your chance.

FYI: Some Indians have already secured jobs under H-2B this year.

What Kind of Jobs Fall Under H-2B?

The H-2B visa is designed for temporary, seasonal, or peak-load jobs across multiple industries. Common opportunities include:

🏨 Hospitality

• Hotel housekeepers

• Front desk staff

• Restaurant servers & kitchen staff

• Resort maintenance workers

• Golf course attendants

🌱 Landscaping

• Landscape laborers

• Groundskeepers

• Tree trimmers

• Garden center workers

• Irrigation specialists

🦀 Seafood Industry

• Seafood processors

• Crab pickers

• Fish cutters

• Shellfish shuckers

• Packing line workers

🏗️ Construction

• General laborers

• Carpenters

• Masons

• Roofers

• Drywall installers

• Concrete workers

🍎 Food Processing

• Meat processors

• Fruit & vegetable packers

• Food production line workers

• Quality control inspectors

🌲 Forestry & Conservation

• Tree planters

• Forest firefighters

• Conservation workers

• Timber cutting crews

• Forestry equipment operators

🎡 Entertainment & Recreation

• Ride operators

• Lifeguards

• Guest services representatives

• Entertainment staff

• Concession workers

• Amusement park operators

🛠️ How the Process Works

Employers must move through several mandatory steps before workers can get their visas:

1. Prevailing Wage Determination

2. Temporary Labor Certification

3. USCIS Petition Filing

4. Worker Recruitment & Consular Processing

5. Ongoing Compliance

Each step has strict timelines. Missing one could mean denial or losing the chance entirely.

Final Word: Don’t Miss Out

This is a new pathway for Indians to work in the U.S. in industries that need seasonal labor. But with limited quotas and short filing windows, preparation is key.

Spring 2026 is just around the corner!

We guide you through the complete process, from petitions to consular processing and compliance, so you don’t miss deadlines for Spring 2026.

Contact Us Today!