Lexology Pro: H-1B Programme Braces for New Rules and Uncertainty in 2026

Partner K. Edward Raleigh discusses in an article published in Lexology Pro how recent H-1B changes, including the $100,000 application fee, weighted lottery system and heightened screening, are prompting employers to review pay levels and ensure compliance with USCIS guidance. Raleigh highlights that recent clarifications from USCIS explain which applications the fee applies to and when it must be paid, helping companies manage the evolving regulatory landscape.

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