2026 H-1B Employer Punch List: Regulatory and Filing Considerations

The H-1B nonimmigrant category[1] has been a target of extreme scrutiny under the current administration.  H-1B sponsoring employers face a variety of new considerations affecting their petition beneficiaries such as:  potential eligibility for selection in the annual H-1B lottery for cap-subject employers, costs of filing due to the H-1B Proclamation implementing the $100,000.00 payment, ability …

Crossing the Finish Line: Navigating Post-H-1B Registration

The H-1B visa program is a cornerstone for U.S. companies looking to hire international professionals in specialty occupations—from engineers and IT experts to researchers, teachers, and healthcare professionals, among others.   Unfortunately, the cap of 85,000 visas that are available each year does not meet the demand. The selection rate of H-1B registrants for the fiscal …