Microsoft Issues Return Advisory Ahead of H-1B Fee Hike Deadline
Microsoft has issued an internal advisory urging H-1B and H-4 visa holders to return to the U.S. before September 21, 2025, when a new $100,000 annual fee for H-1B applications takes effect. The recommendation follows a presidential proclamation raising the fee and tightening entry rules under the H-1B visa program. The change will significantly increase employer costs and affect travel plans. Existing visa holders outside the U.S. may face complications due to the deadline and new entry requirements.
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Microsoft Issues Return Advisory Ahead of H-1B Fee Hike Deadline
Microsoft has issued an internal advisory urging H-1B and H-4 visa holders to return to the U.S. before September 21, 2025, when a new $100,000 annual fee for H-1B applications takes effect. The recommendation follows a presidential proclamation raising the fee and tightening entry rules under the H-1B visa program. The change will significantly increase employer costs and affect travel plans. Existing visa holders outside the U.S. may face complications due to the deadline and new entry requirements.
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Microsoft Issues Return Advisory Ahead of H-1B Fee Hike Deadline
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Microsoft urges visa holders to return before fee increase kicks in on Sep 21.
Microsoft has issued an internal advisory urging H-1B and H-4 visa holders to return to the U.S. before September 21, 2025, when a new $100,000 annual fee for H-1B applications takes effect. The recommendation follows a presidential proclamation raising the fee and tightening entry rules under the H-1B visa program. The change will significantly increase employer costs and affect travel plans. Existing visa holders outside the U.S. may face complications due to the deadline and new entry requirements.
Microsoft has issued an internal advisory urging H-1B and H-4 visa holders to return to the U.S. before September 21, 2025, when a new $100,000 annual fee for H-1B applications takes effect. The recommendation follows a presidential proclamation raising the fee and tightening entry rules under the H-1B visa program. The change will significantly increase employer costs and affect travel plans. Existing visa holders outside the U.S. may face complications due to the deadline and new entry requirements.