A new $100,000 fee for H-1B visa applications will impact new foreign applicants from September 21, 2025. USCIS confirms F-1 students in the United States are exempt when changing status. This allows international graduates to transition to professional roles without the significant cost. The fee targets overseas hires, not those already integrated into the US workforce.
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