The H-2B visa program allows U.S. employers to hire foreign nationals for temporary non-agricultural jobs when there are not enough U.S. workers available to fill these positions. Unlike the H-2A visa, which is specifically for agricultural work, the H-2B visa covers a range of industries such as hospitality, construction, and landscaping. The H-2B program is subject to an annual cap of 66,000 visas, divided between two halves of the fiscal year, making it more competitive than the uncapped H-2A program. Both visa types require employers to obtain labor certification to ensure that hiring foreign workers will not adversely affect the wages and working conditions of U.S. workers.
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