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Additional H-1B Fee September 2026

DHS has proposed a new $103,265 fee for cap-subject H-1B petitions. It is not final or payable yet. The separate $100,000 proclamation payment is not currently being collected after federal court rulings.

Sources: USCIS, Federal Register

Start with your H-1B situation

Find the guide that matches your current status, deadline, or next decision.

Time-sensitive

I was laid off on H-1B

60-day grace period, transfer options, next steps

Read the layoff guide
Job change

I need an H-1B transfer

Portability, start date, filing requirements

Read the transfer guide
Travel and stamping

I need stamping or travel guidance

Visa stamping, re-entry documents, case status risk

Plan travel and re-entry
Cap season

I am preparing for registration

Registration, selection, petition deadlines

View the deadline calendar
Family

I am an H-4 spouse/family member

Status, work eligibility, study options

Explore H-4 guidance
Employers and founders

I am a founder/employer

Sponsorship paths, employer duties, case structure

Explore sponsorship options
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H-1B Public Access File Checklist and Template
Sep 2, 2026

H-1B Public Access File Checklist and Template

An H-1B public access file checklist covering required LCA documents, one-working-day timing rules, retention periods, and a copyable folder template for U.S. employers.

When Is an H-1B Amendment Required?
Aug 28, 2026

When Is an H-1B Amendment Required?

H-1B amendment rules for worksite changes, job changes, remote work, promotions, and salary changes.

DHS Proposes New $103,265 H-1B Cap Fee
Aug 27, 2026

DHS Proposes New $103,265 H-1B Cap Fee

DHS has proposed a $103,265 fee for cap-subject H-1B petitions. Learn who would pay, who is exempt, and why the fee is not final.

Cap-Exempt or Cap-Subject? Decision Guide
Jul 17, 2026

Cap-Exempt or Cap-Subject? Decision Guide

H-1B guide to determine when a case is cap-exempt, cap-subject, or already counted under the cap.

USCIS Case Status Meanings for H-1B Cases
Jul 15, 2026

USCIS Case Status Meanings for H-1B Cases

Common USCIS online case statuses for H-1B filings, what each status usually means, and what workers and employers should do next.

H-1B 2026-2028 Master Deadline Calendar
Jul 13, 2026

H-1B 2026-2028 Master Deadline Calendar

H-1B 2026-2028 deadline calendar for cap registration selection, LCA timing, petition filing, October 1 starts, transfers, extensions, layoffs, and 240-day work rules.

Can H-4 Children Get a Driver’s License in the U.S.?
Jul 6, 2026

Can H-4 Children Get a Driver’s License in the U.S.?

Can H-4 children ages 16 to 21 get a learner’s permit, driver’s license, or REAL ID in the U.S.? State rules, parental consent, and immigration documents all matter.

H-4 Driver's License Renewal and REAL ID: Documents, Rules, and DMV Issues
UPDATED | Jul 8, 2026

H-4 Driver's License Renewal and REAL ID: Documents, Rules, and DMV Issues

Can H-4 visa holders get a driver's license or REAL ID? Learn the required documents, renewal rules, pending-extension issues, and common DMV problems.

FAQ: USCIS Organizational Accounts
Jul 1, 2026

FAQ: USCIS Organizational Accounts

Short answers to 34 common questions about USCIS organizational accounts for H-1B filings.

USCIS Organizational Accounts: How to Get Started the Right Way
Jun 26, 2026

USCIS Organizational Accounts: How to Get Started the Right Way

Learn how to get started with USCIS organizational accounts the right way, including who uses them, why they matter, and how they support H-1B collaboration.

H-1B 60-Day Grace Period: Rules and Examples
UPDATED | Jul 7, 2026

H-1B 60-Day Grace Period: Rules and Examples

How the H-1B 60-day grace period works, when it may end earlier, and how to calculate the likely deadline and estimate your remaining time.

What Many H-1B Applicants Misunderstand
Jun 19, 2026

What Many H-1B Applicants Misunderstand

H-1B assumptions that cause expensive mistakes about selection, status, job changes, dependents, and employer obligations.

Should You File B1/B2 After an H-1B Layoff?
Jun 17, 2026

Should You File B1/B2 After an H-1B Layoff?

Learn whether B1/B2 is the right option after an H-1B layoff, when it helps, when it does not, and how to think about the decision clearly.

Laid Off on an H-1B? Deadlines, Options, and Next Steps
UPDATED | Jul 7, 2026

Laid Off on an H-1B? Deadlines, Options, and Next Steps

A practical guide to the H-1B layoff timeline: grace-period rules, transfer timing, B1/B2 bridge strategy, travel risk, dependent issues, and what to do next.

Founder H-1B Wage Planning: How to Set a Credible Wage
Jun 11, 2026

Founder H-1B Wage Planning: How to Set a Credible Wage

How founders can set an H-1B wage that credibly matches the role, duties, and level they claim.

H-1B: How to Prove 'Majority Specialty-Occupation Duties' as a Founder
Jun 10, 2026

H-1B: How to Prove 'Majority Specialty-Occupation Duties' as a Founder

Show USCIS that most of your founder role is real specialty-occupation work, not general business activity.

H-1B Founder Rule, One Year Later (2026)
May 29, 2026

H-1B Founder Rule, One Year Later (2026)

What actually changed since Jan 17, 2025: controlling-interest cases, the 18+18 month structure, and what stayed the same on wage, LCA, compliance.

B1/B2 Visa Interview Questions and Strong Answers
May 27, 2026

B1/B2 Visa Interview Questions and Strong Answers

Refusal triggers and document checklist (2026). B1/B2 interview preparation and refusal prevention at the consular stage.

USCIS AOS Policy Update (May 2026)
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May 26, 2026

USCIS AOS Policy Update (May 2026)

What Changed for H-1B EB-2/EB-3 cases. USCIS Policy Memorandum PM-602-0199. AOS will be granted only in extraordinary circumstances, with most cases directed to consular processing.

USCIS: Adjustment of Status Only in Extraordinary Circumstances
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May 26, 2026

USCIS: Adjustment of Status Only in Extraordinary Circumstances

What changed in the May 22, 2026 USCIS announcement and what it means for temporary visa holders planning a green card process.

What Happens If Your H-1B Is Denied?
May 21, 2026

What Happens If Your H-1B Is Denied?

What denial means, how outcomes differ by case type, and what to do next.

F-1 to H-1B: Timeline Mistakes
May 20, 2026

F-1 to H-1B: Timeline Mistakes

F-1 practical training mistakes that can disrupt your H-1B timeline.

F-1 to H-1B: What Students and Employers Need to Know
UPDATED | Jul 8, 2026

F-1 to H-1B: What Students and Employers Need to Know

Learn how F-1 students move to H-1B status, including CPT/OPT, cap-gap timing, and Form I-9 documentation rules for employers.

H-1B Dropbox Eligibility: Renew Your Visa Without a Consular Interview
May 13, 2026

H-1B Dropbox Eligibility: Renew Your Visa Without a Consular Interview

H-1B Dropbox eligibility, consulate-specific interview waiver rules, and renewal delay risks.

Can H-1B Visa Holders Work Two Jobs?
UPDATED | Aug 27, 2026

Can H-1B Visa Holders Work Two Jobs?

Learn concurrent H-1B rules, start dates, full-time options, startup scenarios, and current H-1B fee status.

H-1B Visa Stamping in Mexico
Apr 28, 2026

H-1B Visa Stamping in Mexico

Planning H-1B visa stamping in Mexico? Review TCN eligibility limits, 221(g) risks, and key 2026 visa policy updates before you travel.

Can H-4 Visa Holders Work Remotely?
Apr 23, 2026

Can H-4 Visa Holders Work Remotely?

H-4 remote work myth vs reality. What is allowed inside the U.S., outside the U.S., and when EAD is required.

H-1B1 vs H-1B: Key Differences (Chile & Singapore)
Apr 22, 2026

H-1B1 vs H-1B: Key Differences (Chile & Singapore)

When to choose each: compare renewals, dual intent, costs, travel risk, and green card planning.

Types of Cap-Exempt Employers for H-1B
Apr 9, 2026

Types of Cap-Exempt Employers for H-1B

Who Qualifies as a Cap-Exempt H-1B Employer? Official USCIS categories, rules and examples.

B1/B2 Visa Transition
Apr 1, 2026

B1/B2 Visa Transition

A quick playbook for moving between H-1B and B1/B2 without falling out of status.

H-1B1 Renewal and Extension (Chile & Singapore)
Mar 26, 2026

H-1B1 Renewal and Extension (Chile & Singapore)

Timing, documents, employer changes, and unemployment considerations for H-1B1 renewals and extensions.

H-1B Employer Types Explained: Regular, Small Employer, and Nonprofit
Mar 17, 2026

H-1B Employer Types Explained: Regular, Small Employer, and Nonprofit

Understand H-1B employer categories, cap treatment, and filing fee differences for regular, small, and nonprofit sponsors.

What Is the H-1B 240-Day Rule?
UPDATED | Jul 8, 2026

What Is the H-1B 240-Day Rule?

H-1B 240-day rule explained: who can keep working, for how long, and when work authorization must stop during a pending extension.

H-1B Stamping in Canada for Non-Residents
Mar 11, 2026

H-1B Stamping in Canada for Non-Residents

Why third-country stamping is no longer a shortcut.

Beyond the Lottery: H-1B Wage Planning for U.S. Employers
Mar 6, 2026

Beyond the Lottery: H-1B Wage Planning for U.S. Employers

Make pay decisions competitive, credible, and filing-ready.

FY 2027 H-1B Wage Strategy Planning
Mar 4, 2026

FY 2027 H-1B Wage Strategy Planning

For U.S. employers on how to pay strategically without creating legal or financial exposure.

USCIS Organizational Account Roles and Permissions
Mar 3, 2026

USCIS Organizational Account Roles and Permissions

Administrator, Member, Representative, and Paralegal roles in USCIS organizational accounts for H-1B filings.

Ensuring Proper H-1B Cap-Subject Petition Submission (USCIS Guide)
Feb 23, 2026

Ensuring Proper H-1B Cap-Subject Petition Submission (USCIS Guide)

Current USCIS guidance on cap-subject H-1B petition submission nuances.

March 4–19, 2026: H-1B Registration Window Opens for FY 2027
UPDATED | Aug 27, 2026

March 4–19, 2026: H-1B Registration Window Opens for FY 2027

What's new for FY 2027 and how the registration works.

USCIS Raises Premium Processing Fee to $2,965
Jan 28, 2026

USCIS Raises Premium Processing Fee to $2,965

What premium processing does (and doesn’t) cover, H-1B premium fees over time.

How the New H-1B Lottery Affects Foreign Workers
Jan 27, 2026

How the New H-1B Lottery Affects Foreign Workers

Wages, selection odds, and what to expect in FY 2027.

H-1B Wage-Based Selection Process: New Lottery Rules
Jan 23, 2026

H-1B Wage-Based Selection Process: New Lottery Rules

Wage levels I-IV and their role in H-1B lottery selection.

10 FAQs: H-1B Electronic Registration
Dec 5, 2025

10 FAQs: H-1B Electronic Registration

What it is, who files it, when it opens, statuses, and premium processing.

H-1B Electronic Registration: Step-by-Step
Dec 3, 2025

H-1B Electronic Registration: Step-by-Step

A complete guide to the 8 steps in the H-1B electronic registration process.

FAQ: H-1B Electronic Registration Process
Nov 24, 2025

FAQ: H-1B Electronic Registration Process

8 FAQs on H-1B electronic registration, Form I-129 filing, notifications, duplicates, and payments.

H-1B1 Specialty Occupations (Chile & Singapore)
Nov 18, 2025

H-1B1 Specialty Occupations (Chile & Singapore)

What is an H-1B1 specialty occupation, and what types of jobs qualify under the H-1B1 visa program?

H-1B1 Visa Program: Chile and Singapore
Nov 13, 2025

H-1B1 Visa Program: Chile and Singapore

A pathway for Chilean and Singaporean professionals to work in the U.S.

Where B1/B2 Meets H-1B
Nov 4, 2025

Where B1/B2 Meets H-1B

How the traveler’s visa (B1/B2) and the professional’s visa (H-1B) meet, diverge, and sometimes merge.

H-4 Spouse Eligibility for Employment Authorization
UPDATED | May 27, 2026

H-4 Spouse Eligibility for Employment Authorization

H-1B spouse: eligibility, application, and automatic extension updates for H-4 work permit (EAD).

H-1B Newcomer Checklist
Oct 29, 2025

H-1B Newcomer Checklist

SSN, rent deposits, co-signers, USCIS address updates, driver’s license/Real ID, car, credit history, medical insurance, schooling for H-4 dependents.

H-1B Families: Green Card Pathway for Their Child
UPDATED | May 27, 2026

H-1B Families: Green Card Pathway for Their Child

Can an H-1B holder’s child get a green card? What happens when they turn 21? Age-Out rules, CSPA protections, new 2025 USCIS updates.

FY 2013-Now: H-1B Petitions Filed & Approved
UPDATED | Aug 27, 2026

FY 2013-Now: H-1B Petitions Filed & Approved

Tracking H-1B Visa Petitions and Approvals from FY 2013 to Present - Insights, Trends, and Yearly Data.

How the $100,000 H-1B Fee Payment Process Worked
UPDATED | Aug 27, 2026

How the $100,000 H-1B Fee Payment Process Worked

The $100,000 H-1B payment is currently not being collected. Review the original payment process and current status.

Government Agencies in the H-1B Visa Program
Oct 15, 2025

Government Agencies in the H-1B Visa Program

Which U.S. government agencies are involved in the H-1B process?

H-1B $100,000 Fee: Current Status and Original Exemptions
UPDATED | Aug 27, 2026

H-1B $100,000 Fee: Current Status and Original Exemptions

The doors of the H-1B program creak open under a $100,000 weight, and only a few find their way through.

How Does a Foreign Degree Apply to the H-1B Visa?
Aug 14, 2025

How Does a Foreign Degree Apply to the H-1B Visa?

H-1B degree equivalency: USCIS single-source rule, three-for-one substitution, credential evaluations & RFE tips.

H-1B Extension and Renewal
UPDATED | Mar 13, 2026

H-1B Extension and Renewal

How to extend H-1B, when to begin, what to expect when time runs out. RFEs, renewals, stamping, travel.

FY 2026 H-1B Program: New Rules & Updates
Jul 11, 2025

FY 2026 H-1B Program: New Rules & Updates

An overview of updates to the H-1B visa program, effective for Fiscal Year 2026.

Yes and No in Employment for H-1B Visa Holders
Jun 30, 2025

Yes and No in Employment for H-1B Visa Holders

Employment restrictions H-1B visa holders should be aware of, along with some practical tips.

Entrepreneurs Can Self-Sponsor H-1B Visas
Jun 25, 2025

Entrepreneurs Can Self-Sponsor H-1B Visas

U.S. opens the door to H-1B self-petitioning for business owners and startup founders.

H-1B to Green Card Path (Adjustment of Status)
UPDATED | May 26, 2026

H-1B to Green Card Path (Adjustment of Status)

USCIS May 2026 policy change: AOS vs Consular Processing. Understand EB-2/EB-3 steps, consular processing, timelines, and job-change implications.

Five Costly Mistakes H-1B Visa Holders Should Avoid
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May 5, 2025

Five Costly Mistakes H-1B Visa Holders Should Avoid

Avoid these common pitfalls to secure your H-1B status and future in the U.S.

What Are the Qualifications and Eligibility Requirements for an H-1B Visa?
Apr 28, 2025

What Are the Qualifications and Eligibility Requirements for an H-1B Visa?

Getting an H-1B visa is like rubbing a Rubik's cube blindfolded. Worry not. We are here to make sure you cross all T's and dot your I's!

H-1B Consultancy and Third-Party Vendors
Apr 21, 2025

H-1B Consultancy and Third-Party Vendors

Our H-1B visa guide covering legal requirements, challenges, documentation, and steps to protect your rights in third-party employment.

H-1B Visa Dependents (H-4 Visa Holders)
Apr 14, 2025

H-1B Visa Dependents (H-4 Visa Holders)

Bringing dependents to the U.S. on H4 visas and their rights to work or study.

Recapturing Time Outside of the United States
Mar 31, 2025

Recapturing Time Outside of the United States

It's time to talk about something that is super important for your life in the United States — time recapture for H-1B and L-1 visas.

Travel and Re-Entry with an H-1B Visa
UPDATED | Jul 11, 2026

Travel and Re-Entry with an H-1B Visa

What H-1B visa holders need to know about international travel, visa stamping, re-entry documents, and status issues before leaving the U.S.

Processing Times for H-1B Visa Applications
Mar 17, 2025

Processing Times for H-1B Visa Applications

Understanding the typical timeline and the factors that can influence the speed of the process is crucial for both employers and prospective employees.

Employer Sponsorship for an H-1B Visa
Mar 3, 2025

Employer Sponsorship for an H-1B Visa

Explore what employer sponsorship entails, why it matters, and what responsibilities your employer takes on when they decide to sponsor your H-1B visa.

Annual Cap on H-1B Visas
UPDATED | Feb 18, 2026

Annual Cap on H-1B Visas

Get the full picture on the H-1B annual cap: 85,000 visas each fiscal cycle, how the lottery works, who gets a shot, and what steps come next.

Analysis of Trump Administration's H-1B Policy Changes (2016-2020) and Current Stance
Jan 14, 2025

Analysis of Trump Administration's H-1B Policy Changes (2016-2020) and Current Stance

Here, we want to examine the key changes and the impact it has on the U.S. immigration system and compare to current positions.

How to Navigate Layoffs — Grace Period, Switching to B1/B2 Visas
Jan 1, 2025

How to Navigate Layoffs — Grace Period, Switching to B1/B2 Visas

Let us walk you through to managing the whole situation while keeping your legal status and keep on living.

H-1B Visa Transfer Guide
UPDATED | Mar 27, 2026

H-1B Visa Transfer Guide

Step-by-step H-1B transfer guide with updated rules, fees, timelines, AC21 portability, and risk controls.

Insights & Trends

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Check the average salaries for H1B visa holders in various sectors.