Judge voids $100,000 H1-B visa fee policy

A federal judge issued a ruling that nullified a recent immigration policy. The policy, announced in September, required employers to pay a $100,000 fee for each H1-B visa petition. The judge stated that the policy was voided “in its entirety.” The decision eliminates the mandatory $100,000 charge for companies. Businesses that were preparing H1-B applications are no longer subject to the fee. Employers can now proceed with skilled‑worker visa petitions without the added cost. The ruling may affect how future visa‑related fees are structured. Stakeholders will watch for any further legal or regulatory responses.