Tagged #h-1b
Every article we've published on this topic, sorted by the agency's own announcement date.
Court Blocks $100K H-1B Fee—For Now
A federal appeals court refused to revive the $100,000 H-1B fee announced in September 2025. The charge is not being collected today, but litigation continues.
Appeals Court Blocks Trump's $100,000 H-1B Fee (Again)
Federal appeals court rejects Trump administration bid to enforce $100,000 H-1B visa fee, upholding lower court ruling that it constitutes unauthorized tax.
USCIS Reaches Fiscal Year 2027 H-1B Cap
USCIS has received enough H-1B petitions to reach both the 65,000 regular cap and 20,000 advanced degree exemption for fiscal year 2027. Learn what this means for your filing strategy.
Trump Administration Releases Immigration Regulatory Agenda: H-1B, Prevailing Wage, and Student Visa Changes
The Trump administration has unveiled a multi-agency regulatory agenda targeting H-1B eligibility, prevailing wage increases, PERM labor certification, and international student work authorization. Changes are expected from August 2026 onward.
Texas Driver's License Denials for H-1B Workers With Expired Visa Stamps
Texas DPS is denying H-1B driver's license renewals based on expired visa stamps, even when workers have valid I-94 authorization. Learn the visa vs. status distinction and how to resolve SAVE verification issues.
H-1B Cap-Gap Extension for F-1 Students on OPT
USCIS guidance on automatic cap-gap extension of F-1 status and post-completion OPT employment authorization when employers file timely H-1B cap-subject petitions. Learn eligibility, timeline, termination rules, and STEM OPT interaction.
"Why Can't an American Do This Job?" — New H-1B Interview Scrutiny
Immigration attorneys report a surge in consular officers asking employment-based visa applicants to explain why a U.S. worker could not fill the role. Preparation strategies are essential.
Federal Court Strikes Down $100,000 H-1B Payment Requirement
U.S. District Court for Massachusetts vacates the $100,000 H-1B supplemental fee as an unauthorized tax in violation of the Administrative Procedure Act and separation of powers. Employers can now file without the fee while appeals remain pending.
Federal judge strikes down Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee
U.S. District Judge Leo Sorokin voided the Trump administration's $100,000 fee for new H-1B visa applications, ruling it was an unauthorized tax. Practitioners advising on H-1B strategy should know the fee is now void pending appeal.
Federal Judge Voids Trump's $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee
U.S. District Judge Leo Sorokin struck down the $100,000 H-1B visa fee as an unauthorized tax, ruling the Trump administration exceeded its authority without Congressional delegation. Practitioners must update H-1B filing strategy.
Federal Judge Strikes Down Trump's $100,000 H-1B Fee
A Boston federal judge has vacated the Trump administration's $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa petitions, ruling it functions as an unlawful tax requiring congressional approval. What this means for employers and practitioners.
Federal Judge Voids Trump's $100,000 H-1B Fee—Ruling Against Executive Authority
U.S. District Judge Leo Sorokin has struck down the Trump administration's $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa applications, ruling it an unauthorized tax without Congressional approval. The decision affects employers nationwide and creates uncertainty around ongoing litigation.
Federal judge voids Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee
U.S. District Judge Leo Sorokin ruled that the Trump administration lacked authority to impose a $100,000 application fee on new H-1B visas, finding it an unlawful tax outside the executive branch's power.
Federal Court Voids Trump's $100,000 H-1B Proclamation Fee
A Massachusetts federal court has vacated the $100,000 H-1B fee imposed by presidential proclamation, ruling it an unlawful tax. Employers should pause compliance pending appeal.
H-1B visa rules overhaul: Lottery, fees, and court rulings explained
Trump administration overhauls H-1B program with weighted lottery, attempted $100K fee struck down by court. Learn what changed and what it means for employers and foreign workers.
Federal judge blocks Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee
A federal judge has vacated the Trump administration's $100,000 fee on H-1B visa applications, finding it an unauthorized tax. The ruling immediately affects H-1B costs for employers and practitioners.
Federal Judge Strikes Down $100,000 H-1B Fee Requirement
A Massachusetts federal court has vacated the Presidential Proclamation imposing a $100,000 fee on H-1B visa petitions, restoring the program to its prior fee structure. Employers may be eligible for refunds of fees already paid.
Federal Court Strikes Down $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee
A federal judge invalidates Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee as an unlawful tax. See what this means for employers, pending cases, and H-1B filing strategy.
Federal Court Strikes Down Trump's $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee as Unconstitutional Tax
U.S. District Judge Leo Sorokin invalidated Trump's $100,000 H-1B fee as an unauthorized tax that violates the Administrative Procedure Act. Employers and practitioners must revise cost estimates and filing strategies.
Federal Court Strikes Down Trump's $100,000 H-1B Fee
A federal court in Massachusetts ruled that the Trump administration's $100,000 H-1B fee was unlawful, finding it constitutes an unconstitutional tax rather than a filing fee. Learn what this means for employers and your filing strategy.
Federal Court Vacates $100,000 H-1B Fee
A Massachusetts federal court has vacated the $100,000 H-1B supplemental fee as an unauthorized tax, effective immediately. Employers no longer must pay the surcharge, though the government is expected to appeal.
Federal Judge Strikes Down Trump's $100,000 H-1B Fee as Unauthorized Tax
U.S. District Judge Leo Sorokin vacated the $100,000 H-1B visa fee, finding it an unconstitutional tax that exceeded the executive branch's authority. The ruling eliminates the fee nationwide and creates immediate filing strategy implications for employers and immigration practitioners.
Federal Judge Vacates Trump's $100,000 H-1B Fee
A Massachusetts federal judge vacated the Trump administration's $100,000 H-1B visa fee, ruling it an unlawful tax requiring congressional approval. The decision is binding nationwide pending appeal.
Federal judge voids Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee
A Massachusetts federal judge ruled that Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee is an unlawful tax exceeding executive authority. Employers can now file without the fee while appeals proceed.
Federal Court Strikes Down $100,000 H-1B Fee; Here's What Changes
A federal judge ruled the Trump administration's $100,000 H-1B visa fee unlawful. Learn what the decision means for employers, how USCIS fees shift, and what to expect next as appeals proceed.
Federal court strikes down Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee
A Massachusetts federal judge voided Trump's $100,000 fee on H-1B visa applications, ruling the administration lacked authority to impose a tax without congressional approval. The decision affects employers and practitioners immediately.
Federal judge blocks Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee
U.S. District Judge Leo Sorokin ruled that President Trump's $100,000 fee on H-1B visa applications violated the Administrative Procedure Act and the Constitution because it amounted to an unauthorized tax.
Federal Court Voids Trump's $100,000 H-1B Fee
U.S. District Judge Leo Sorokin struck down the Trump administration's $100,000 H-1B visa fee as an unlawful tax lacking congressional authorization. H-1B petition costs revert to standard fees.
Federal judge voids Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa application fee
U.S. District Judge Leo Sorokin ruled that the Trump administration lacked authority to impose a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa applications, finding it an unauthorized tax. The policy is voided in its entirety.
Federal Judge Voids Trump's $100,000 H-1B Fee—Boston Ruling Against Executive Authority
U.S. District Judge Leo Sorokin strikes down the $100,000 application fee on new H-1B visas, ruling only Congress can impose taxes on immigration petitions. Nationwide vacatur in effect; appeals expected.
Federal court voids Trump's $100,000 H-1B fee as unlawful tax
Massachusetts district judge invalidates executive order imposing $100,000 fee on H-1B visa petitions, finding it exceeds presidential authority and violates the Administrative Procedure Act. Fee is vacated in full.
Federal Judge Voids Trump's $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee as Unlawful Tax
A Boston federal judge ruled that Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee is an unlawful tax Congress never authorized. The ruling blocks enforcement; the administration plans to appeal.
District Court Vacates $100,000 H-1B Proclamation Fee
A Massachusetts federal court ruled the $100,000 H-1B fee unlawful under the Administrative Procedure Act and Constitution. USCIS should not collect it pending appeal.
Federal Judge Strikes Down Trump's $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee
US District Judge Leo Sorokin ruled on June 8, 2026, that Trump's $100,000 fee for new H-1B visas exceeds presidential authority and constitutes an unlawful tax. The ruling may affect current and pending H-1B applications.
USCIS Tightens Signature Rules: Invalid Signatures Now Mean Denial, Not Just Rejection
Starting July 10, 2026, USCIS can deny immigration petitions with invalid signatures discovered after acceptance, retain filing fees, and treat the case as fully adjudicated. Practitioners must audit signature practices for H-1B, I-140, and I-485 filings.
Form I-129 Edition Update: What Changed for Nonimmigrant Worker Petitions
USCIS released a new Form I-129 edition on February 27, 2026, with a mandatory transition deadline of April 1, 2026. Learn what changed and how to ensure your petitions comply.
AC21 §104(c): The 3-Year H-1B Extension Beyond the 6-Year Cap
When an approved I-140 in an oversubscribed category traps an H-1B worker past year six, AC21 §104(c) provides a 3-year extension. Here is the eligibility test, the documentary record, and the most common denials.
AC21 §106(a): The 1-Year H-1B Extension on a Pending PERM or I-140
Section 106(a) of AC21 lets H-1B workers extend in one-year increments past the six-year cap if a PERM or I-140 has been pending for 365+ days. Here is the eligibility test and the §104(c) handoff.
H-1B Amendments After Matter of Simeio: When a Worksite Change Requires a New Petition
How Matter of Simeio Solutions, LLC, 26 I. & N. Dec. 542 (AAO 2015) reshaped H-1B amendment practice — when an amended LCA isn't enough, the change-of-employment rules at 8 CFR 214.2(h)(2)(i)(E), and the short-term placement and 'non-worksite' exceptions.
H-1B Labor Condition Application: Wage Levels I–IV and the 10-Day Notice Posting Window
How OFLC assigns H-1B wage levels I–IV on Form ETA-9035, the four attestations on the LCA, the 7-day filing window before a certified LCA can be used, and the 10-day worksite notice requirement at 20 CFR 655.734.
H-1B: Cap-Subject vs. Cap-Exempt Employers and the F-1 Cap-Gap Extension
Who counts as cap-exempt under INA §214(g)(5), how the 65,000 + 20,000 H-1B cap works in practice, and how the cap-gap rule at 8 CFR 214.2(f)(5)(vi) keeps F-1 students working through October 1.
Managing Visa Retrogression: AC21 H-1B Extensions, CSPA Age-Outs, and Section 204(j) Porting While EB-2 India Sits at 2013
What practitioners and beneficiaries do during a multi-year priority-date wait — H-1B extensions beyond the sixth year under AC21 §§ 104(c) and 106(a), CSPA age-out calculations under INA § 203(h), I-485 portability under INA § 204(j), and reading the DOS Visa Bulletin.