H-2B Temporary Non-Agricultural Worker
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H-2B Temporary Non-Agricultural Worker
H-2B Temporary Non-Agricultural Worker
United States · Work
What it is
For foreign nationals performing temporary or seasonal non-agricultural work, such as hospitality, landscaping, construction or resort staff, where U.S. workers are unavailable.
Key facts
- Category
- Work
- Duration
- Up to 1 year per certification, extendable up to 3 years total
- Processing time
- 4 months
- Maximum validity
- 3 years
- Extendable
- Yes
- Dependants
- Yes
- How to apply
- Embassy
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all, so confirm your own case on the official page.
Fees
- Application fee
- USD 205
Key requirements
- Job offer for temporary or seasonal non-agricultural work
- Employer must obtain a Department of Labor temporary labor certification
- Applicant must be a citizen or national of a designated eligible country
- Need must be one-time, seasonal, peakload or intermittent
- Subject to annual statutory cap
Working on this visa
Employment is permitted only as authorized by the nonimmigrant classification accorded (8 CFR 214.1(e)).
Facts checked against the official source. Last updated 1 August 2026.