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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.
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
7 days ago1 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
$100K H-1B Fee for Entry - What Employers and Employees Need to Know
A new 2025 Proclamation requires a $100,000 payment for H-1B visa petitions, raising legal challenges and uncertainty for employers and foreign workers.
Matthew Kolodziej
Sep 20, 20252 min read
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