Doctors Confront H-1B Visa, $100,000 Supplemental Fee, September 21, 2025
New H-1B regulations for FY 2027 introduce a $100,000 fee for overseas applicants and a selection system based…
Articles by & updated by Priya Nair
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Will the H-1B Weighting End the Pipeline of Entry-Level Tech Talent?
The H-1B visa program is moving to a wage-weighted selection system in 2026. Higher-paid positions (Level IV) will…
Germany Raises EU Blue Card Salary Thresholds for 2026
Starting January 1, 2026, Germany requires higher salary minimums for EU Blue Card applicants. The standard rate is…