Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:00pm on 01 Feb 2024,Thursday International
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced a staggering 2050% increase in H-1B visa registration fees, effective from April 1. The move, revealed by the Department of Homeland Security, also includes hikes in L-1 and EB-5 visa fees. The new H-1B registration cost will be $215, up from $10. Netizens express concern, labeling it an assault on legal immigration. The DHS cites updated volume forecasts and increased workload as reasons for the changes. The move comes amid ongoing discussions on immigration policies and raises questions about its impact on skilled professionals.
