International
US Proposes $103,265 Fee for New H-1B Visas
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THE BRIEF
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The Trump administration released a proposed regulation on August 24 to codify a $103,265 fee for new H-1B visas, following a previous court block on the measure.
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The Department of Homeland Security's proposal will be formally published on August 25, initiating a 30-day public comment period before potential finalisation by the end of 2026.
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The H-1B program, which typically costs between $2,000 and $5,000 in fees, saw registrations drop by over 25% in 2025 to 344,000 applications amid increased immigration restrictions.