H-1B Fee Update: What Employers Need to Know Now (10.30.2025)

U.S. employers are facing major changes to the H-1B visa program following President Trump’s September 19, 2025 proclamation imposing a $100,000 H-1B “entry” fee on certain petitions. In this timely update, WR Immigration Managing Partner Bernard Wolfsdorf and Partner Nathan Grow explain what the new rule means for employers, HR leaders, and global mobility professionals — and how to plan strategically before the FY 2027 H-1B cap season.

📌 Topics Covered:
• Breakdown of the $100,000 H-1B fee — who it applies to and when it takes effect
• USCIS clarifications issued October 20, 2025 on petitions, travel, and extensions
• Key legal challenges to the proclamation, including Global Nurse Force v. Trump and Chamber of Commerce v. DHS
• Employer strategies to avoid unnecessary costs (change-of-status filings, maintaining lawful status, travel restrictions, and alternative visa options)
• The evolving National Interest Exception (NIE) framework and how to qualify
• Practical insights for budgeting, compliance, and workforce planning

💡 Why It Matters:
Losing H-1B status or filing incorrectly could cost an employer $100,000 per petition. This webinar helps HR and legal teams stay compliant, protect budgets, and navigate rapidly changing immigration rules.

👥 Presenters:
• Bernard Wolfsdorf: https://wolfsdorf.com/team/bernard-wo...
• Nathan Grow: https://wolfsdorf.com/team/nathan-grow/

🌐 Learn More:
Visit https://wolfsdorf.com/ for additional H-1B and employer immigration updates.
Follow WR Immigration on LinkedIn (  / wrimmigration  ) and YouTube (   / @wrimmigration  )
for future webinars.

🔗 Contact:
https://wolfsdorf.com/contact/ | [email protected]