Visa

Confusion Reigns as New H-1B Visa Fee Sparks Urgent Return of Foreign Workers

by

Washington, D.C. — A recent executive order from the White House regarding H-1B visas has created confusion among immigration attorneys and employers. The order introduces a hefty $100,000 fee for H-1B visa applicants, prompting many visa holders currently outside the United States to consider returning before the fee becomes effective. Initial responses from legal experts indicate a scramble for clarity among immigration lawyers as they attempt to navigate the implications of this sudden change, which was unveiled late Friday. The order lacks specific details, leaving many, including employers and visa holders, with more questions than … Read more

Bay Area Attorney Voices Concerns Over New $1K H-1B Visa Fee Impact on Immigrants

by

San Francisco, California — A Bay Area immigration attorney is speaking out in response to recently announced increases in fees for H-1B visas, a popular option for skilled foreign workers. The new fee structure, which imposes an additional $1,000 charge, is raising eyebrows among legal experts and potential applicants alike. The H-1B visa program allows U.S. companies to hire foreign workers in specialized fields, such as technology and engineering. This latest fee hike has drawn criticism, as many advocates voice concerns about the potential financial burden it places on businesses and applicants. Immigration lawyers argue … Read more

Journalism Advocacy Group Challenges Proposed Revisions to Visa Regulations for Journalists

by

Indianapolis, Ind. — The Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ) has voiced strong opposition to proposed changes to visa laws affecting journalists, emphasizing that such alterations could undermine press freedom and hinder the ability of foreign reporters to cover crucial stories in the United States. SPJ leaders argue that the proposed modifications would impose additional barriers for journalists seeking to enter the country to fulfill their professional duties. The organization contends that a free press is vital for democracy and that limiting the ability of journalists to report, especially those from other nations, could have far-reaching … Read more

Vietnamese Investors File Lawsuit Over Alleged Conflicts in Immigration Visa Program Representation

by

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — A group of Vietnamese investors has filed a federal lawsuit alleging that a law firm and two attorneys failed to navigate significant conflicts of interest while representing them in an immigration visa program tied to a redevelopment project in Gulfport, Mississippi. The lawsuit, lodged Tuesday in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, involves 14 plaintiffs who participated in the EB-5 program. This federal initiative offers a pathway to legal permanent residency in the United States through qualifying investments of $500,000 or $1 million, aimed at fostering job creation. … Read more