On September 30, 2025, VisaNation held a comprehensive Q&A webinar about the newly announced H-1B proclamation that introduced a $100,000 fee. This webinar is designed for:
- Current H-1B visa holders
- International foreign workers and students seeking employment in the U.S.
- U.S. employers hiring foreign talent
- HR professionals and recruiters
Key Focus:
- How this proclamation impacts travel plans
- Who the proclamation impacts, and whether it applies to renewals and extensions.
- Potential alternatives to the H-1B
- Broader tips for how to respond and areas that still need clarification.
Expert Insights
The expert panel, including host CEO Vishal Rai, Managing Attorney Shilpa Malik, and Senior Attorney Katiana Quindemil, offered valuable insights about the $100,000 H-1B fee proclamation.
Attorney Malik provided helpful tips on how the proclamation is going to impact foreign workers and employers, exemptions that exist, and the important do’s and don’ts when it comes to finding alternatives and solutions.
Attorney Quindemil highlighted expectations around legal challenges and lawsuits, and offered insights on national interest exemptions.
Key Takeaways and Next Steps
The H-1B visa proclamation has introduced one of the most monumental changes in employment immigration history. The proclamation is the “word of law” until there are official announcements regarding any litigation, and all parties need to prepare based on the information available.
Many questions remain that can only be answered by USCIS and other governing bodies.
Overall, during this period of uncertainty, employers, foreign workers, and students should hold off on big decisions until they’ve sought legal counsel from an experienced, licensed attorney.
If you are seeking further guidance or have questions about the H-1B process, please reach out to our team!