On September 19, 2025, the President issued a Proclamation introducing a mandatory $100,000 payment as a condition of eligibility for certain H-1B petitions filed on or after 12:01 a.m. (EDT) on September 21, 2025. On October 20, 2025, USCIS updated its H-1B guidance to provide additional information on when the $100,000 fee is required.
Click here for key highlights, including details on:
- H-1B petitions that are subject to the $100,000 payment
- H-1B petitions that are not subject to the payment
- Impact on travel and visa issuance for H-1B visa holders
- How to pay the $100,000 fee
- Exceptions
- Next Steps for Employers
