<p>The annual H-1B visas become available on April 1, 2014.   There are 65,000 H-1B visas allotted annually.  Aliens can send their applications starting April 1, 2014.  Usually the visa applications exceed the visas available in the first few days.   Aliens whose visa applications are accepted by the USCIS and are later adjudicated and approved can start their H-1B visa status on October 1, 2014.</p>