The $103,265 H-1B Fee: Important Facts Explained (2026) and Why It’s Worth Talking to an Immigration Attorney

A federal court just struck down the $100,000 H-1B fee as an illegal tax. Nine weeks later, DHS proposed something almost identical — through a process that court victory can’t touch. On August 25, 2026, the Department of Homeland Security published a proposed rule in the Federal Register (Docket No. USCIS-2026-0298, RIN 1615-AD20): a $103,265 […]

How a H-1B to EB-1A Timing Mistake Can Cost You Years

The Costly Trap by Silmi Law The problem you already feel You have been on H-1B for years. Maybe three, maybe five, maybe you are staring down the six-year limit and the clock feels louder every month. Someone told you EB-1A is the fast lane. No labor certification, no PERM, premium processing in 15 business […]

The 60-Day Countdown: What Really Happens After a Layoff on an H-1B

Losing your job is hard. Losing it on an H-1B is something else entirely,  it’s an emotional blow with a legal clock attached. And that clock starts on day one. The day everything changes It usually starts with a meeting that wasn’t on your calendar. Sometimes it’s a 15-minute call with HR. Sometimes it’s a […]

What Happens After Being Laid Off on an H-1B Visa?

If you’ve recently been laid off while on an H-1B visa, it is totally understandable to feel stressed. But instead of letting that overwhelm you, it’s time to explore your options and take matters into your own hands. Even though things might seem tough, there are still paths you can take to move forward. Here […]

H-1B transfer: What You Need to Know

The H-1B is a petition-based nonimmigrant visa that must be sponsored by a US-based employer. However, after getting the visa, the beneficiary (foreign worker) may choose to work for another employer other than the one who sponsored the visa. This can happen either after working for the employer for some time or even before working […]