H-2B Visa Expansion: Boosting Seasonal Workforce

Last Friday, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced the release of 64,716 additional H-2B guest-worker visas for FY25. This marks a significant increase beyond the annual cap of 66,000 visas. Expanded visa availability ensures businesses can meet seasonal workforce needs and also provides an immediate solution for addressing workforce shortages. While this is a positive development, efforts to create a more permanent and predictable system for guest-worker visas will continue in Washington with a new Administration and Congress. These expanded H-2B visas will help bridge staffing gaps, particularly during peak seasons.