US hikes H-1B, L-1 visa extension fee – How will it impact Indian professionals? Explained

The US has broadened the scope of current H-1B and L-1 visa fees to encompass extension petitions submitted by specific employers, even if foreign professionals remain employed by the same organization.

According to a final rule released by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), affected employers will be required to pay $4,000 for each eligible H-1B petition and $4,500 for each eligible L-1 petition. This rule is set to come into effect on 9 September.