The H-1B visa program allows U.S. employers to hire foreign workers in specialty occupations. Each year, thousands of skilled professionals from around the world apply for this visa, but the demand far exceeds the supply. To manage this, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) uses a lottery system. This post explains how the H-1B lottery works, why it matters, and what it means for immigrants and employers. H-1B visas are subject to a lottery system. What Is th