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H-1B Visa
The H-1B visa allows U.S. employers to hire foreign professionals in roles that require specialized knowledge and a bachelor’s degree or higher. It is one of the most common work visas for long-term professional employment in the U.S.
August Immigration Update: $100K+ H-1B & OPT Fees, New Advance Parole Re-Entry Rules & More
A $103,265 proposed H-1B fee, a new BIA ruling on advance parole, and USCIS denials without an RFE. What employers and international talent should do now.
Jia Law Group
Aug 252 min read
USCIS Reaches FY 2027 H-1B Cap. No Additional Lottery Expected
USCIS confirms the FY 2027 H-1B cap is reached and a second lottery is unlikely. Explore options for employees not selected, including O-1, STEM OPT, and green card strategies.
Jia Law Group
Jul 171 min read
H-1B $100K Fee Struck Down for Now, Latest Developments Affect Hiring Strategy
Federal court strikes down the $100,000 H-1B fee rule nationwide, but appeals and ongoing litigation may still affect future implementation. Learn what employers and H-1B beneficiaries should know about current filing requirements, legal uncertainty, and potential next steps.
Jia Law Group
Jun 92 min read
New Adjustment of Status Policy Memo: Key Implications for Employment-Based Green Card Cases
USCIS has reaffirmed the discretionary nature of Adjustment of Status (AoS) adjudications, signaling heightened scrutiny for certain applicants, including F-1, O-1, TN, E-3, and B-1/B-2 visa holders. Learn how the new policy guidance may affect employment-based and family-based green card applications and key factors to consider when filing Form I-485.
Jia Law Group
May 271 min read
Visa Approved: Now What Employers Need to Pay Attention To
U.S. immigration enforcement is intensifying across I-9 audits, H-1B site visits, and USCIS reviews. Learn key compliance risks and how employers can prepare.
Jia Law Group
Apr 272 min read
End of Q1 Updates: Visa Bulletin, H-1B Registration & Key Compliance Alert
April 2026 Visa Bulletin advances across EB categories, FY2027 H-1B registration closes with expected wage-based selection, and litigation over the $100,000 H-1B fee continues—key updates and next steps for applicants.
Jia Law Group
Mar 233 min read
H-1B Visa FAQs: Your Comprehensive Guide to FY2027 H-1B Application
Complete FY2026 H-1B guide: salary-weighted lottery rules, $100K fee proposal, exemptions, E-Verify, multi-employer filings, OPT, J-1 waiver and more.
Matthew Kolodziej
Dec 9, 202513 min read
USCIS Clarifies $100,000 H-1B Fee Proclamation
USCIS clarifies implementation of the new $100,000 H-1B supplemental fee, outlining who must pay, key exceptions, and how pending lawsuits may affect its enforcement.
Matthew Kolodziej
Oct 21, 20252 min read
Proposed Updates on H-1B, L-1 & B-1 (in lieu of H-1B): What You Need to Know
A new Grassley-Durbin bill proposes major H-1B and L-1 visa reforms, tightening wage rules, degree requirements, and third-party placements for employers.
Matthew Kolodziej
Oct 6, 20254 min read
$100K H-1B Fee, FY2027 Lottery & Project Firewall – What It Means for You
Discover the latest on President Trump’s $100,000 H-1B entry fee, the proposed FY2027 H-1B lottery rule, and Project Firewall compliance audits. Learn who is affected, what gray areas remain, and how employers and H-1B workers can prepare for these major immigration changes.
Matthew Kolodziej
Sep 29, 20253 min read
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