Long-Run Effects of H-1B Immigration on the U.S. Economy

Indian professionals to face higher H-1B, L-1 costs under new US immigration rule

New US rules expand the $4,000 H-1B and $4,500 L-1 fee to visa extensions for certain employers. Here's who will pay, which companies are affected and what the change means for Indian professionals working in the US.

Long-Run Effects of H-1B Immigration on the U.S. Economy

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New US Rule Raises Recurring H-1B Costs for Visa-Dependent Employers

Addressing the rationale behind the revision, DHS noted, "The regulatory changes correct DHS's interpretation of statutory language to require that covered employers submit the 9-11 Biometric Fee for all extension of status petitions, regardless of whether the related fraud prevention and detection fee applies."

New US rule raises recurring H-1B costs for visa-dependent employers - The Tribune

The US Department of Homeland Security has expanded the USD 4,000 H-1B and USD 4,500 L-1 fees to cover visa extensions filed by covered employers. Effective 9 September, the rule applies to firms with over 50 staff if 50 per cent hold visas, raising recurring corporate immigration expenses.

US widens $4,000 H-1B extension fee

Washington, Aug 10 (SocialNews.XYZ) The US Department of Homeland Security has expanded a $4,000 fee on H-1B petitions and a $4,500 levy on L-1 petitions to cover visa extensions filed by certain employers, even when workers remain with the same company. The final rule will take effect on September 9 and could significantly increase the recurring immigration costs faced by companies that depend heavily on foreign professionals. It applies only t…