On September 19, President Trump signed a Presidential Proclamation requiring a $100,000 fee for H-1B holders to enter the United States, effective September 21, 2025, which the administration has since clarified. This move raised urgent questions about access, equity, and compliance for employers relying on foreign talent. Adding to the turbulence, recent high-profile ICE enforcement actions have reignited concerns. While the government has since walked back some of its initial claims, the incident underscores the need for heightened vigilance around I-9 compliance, B-1/ESTA visitor visas, and subcontractor oversight.
This legal update will cover:
A look at the new H-1B entry fee and its scope of impact