Created in 1990 and intended for skilled foreign workers, the visa had until recently remained little known outside Silicon Valley, where technology companies use it to employ tens of thousands.

Recent data indicates that U.S. companies are increasingly relying on skilled foreign workers, particularly in the tech sector. ・H-1B visa issuance in the U.S. has been steadily increasing, with a significant rise in 2024 ・The program aims to address talent shortages and drive business growth,