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On September 19, 2025, a presidential proclamation introduced a significant change to the H-1B visa program titled “Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers,” requiring a $100,000 fee for all new H-1B petitions filed for workers outside the United States. This fee does not apply to existing H-1B holders, renewals, or individuals already in the U.S. seeking a change of status. The policy is effective for 12 months, with the possibility of extension, and includes li

Once upon a time, applicants filing for employment-based green cards such as EB-1A or EB-2 NIW filled out their I-140 petitions and paid the filing fee by enclosing a paper check or a money order. The envelope traveled through the postal system; the check was manually removed, processed, scanned, and deposited. For many applicants and petitioners, this approach meant waiting, worrying about lost mail, and hoping the payment arrived in time and cleared without glitch. In 2025,

Navigating the U.S. immigration system can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to employment-based visas. Among the most...