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DHS Proposes Additional H-1B Fee
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is proposing to establish a $103,265 fee for all H-1B cap-subject petitions, including those eligible for the advanced degree exemption.
What this means
- This is an agency announcement. It records what the agency said — the legal instrument, and the detail of how it applies, are published separately. (classification: announcement)
- The document names H-1B specialty occupation. It may identify others — read the original to be sure. (impact.stated (partial))
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Who is affected
Visa categoriesH-1B specialty occupation
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