The US will issue over 65,000 H-2B seasonal work visas in 2026, nearly doubling the usual allotment. The visas will support businesses facing severe labor shortages, officials said. Hotels, construction, landscaping, and seafood processing sectors are expected to benefit most from the new permits. President Donald Trump’s administration stated the visas aim to help employers […]
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Trump administration adds 65,000 H-2B seasonal worker visas
WASHINGTON: The Trump administration will make an additional 65,000 H-2B seasonal guest worker visas available through September 30, according to a notice in the Federal Register. The visas are intended for employers at risk of severe financial hardship due to labor shortages in industries such as construction, hospitality, landscaping and seafood processing. Read More: Trump […]