Highlights: H-1 B Visa application changes applicable from March 20, 2025
- The USCIS has recently updated the requirements for H-1B Visa applicants.
- The new changes include the introduction of a new registration system for applications.
- The H-1B registration fee has been increased from $10 to $215 per entry.
- The new changes are applicable from March 20, 2025 onwards.
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USCIS revises H-1B visa application requirements
The USCIS has recently released updates on the US H-1B visa. Starting March 20, 2025, the USCIS will implement a new system that will replace the old application process. The registration fee has also been increased significantly under the new changes.
The new registration system is likely to be transparent and simplify the selection of H-1B applicants. The new system is aimed at implementing a more equitable selection process to ensure all candidates have equal opportunity to get the H-1B visa regardless of the number of employers applying on their behalf.
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Key changes to the H-1B application process
The following are the major changes made to the H-1B application process:
- New system for registration to reduce the power of large companies
- Registration fee increased from $10 to $215
- More efficient process of selecting candidates
The new changes are effective from March 20, 2025 onwards.
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