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Rep. Sewell Calls DHS to Exempt Healthcare Workers from H-1B Fee

A new $100,000 fee targets overseas H-1B hires, causing concern for healthcare systems. Lawmakers are pushing for exemptions to prevent…

Dallas Attorney Denies H-1B Fraud Claims Linked to MTG

The H-1B visa program faces intense scrutiny in North Texas due to viral fraud allegations and shifting federal policies. While…

O-1 Visas Hit Record High as H-1B Costs Drive Talent Abroad

The FY 2027 H-1B season introduces wage-weighted selection and higher costs, prompting many to pivot toward the O-1 visa. As…

Boost H-1B Lottery Odds Under New Weighted Wage Rules

The H-1B lottery is shifting to a wage-weighted selection model. Higher OEWS wage levels will now grant more entries into…

Trump Exempts Athletes from Visa Bans for Major U.S. Sporting Events

New U.S. travel restrictions include exemptions for major sporting events but do not relax visa eligibility rules. H-1B employers in…

Italy’s January 12 Click-Day to Allocate 88,000 Seasonal Permits

Italy has initiated its 2026–2028 work visa program, allocating approximately 497,550 permits over three years. Using a 'Click-Day' system, the…

Republican Bill Expands Crackdown on U.S. Student Visa Program

The guide clarifies H-1B cap-exempt rules for universities and nonprofits. It explains that exemption is based on the employer's status,…

Are H-1B Visas Affected by the 75-Country Immigration Pause?

U.S. employers must differentiate between the new 75-country immigrant visa pause and H-1B compliance. While H-1B visas are generally not…