H-1B visa extensions could soon come with a hefty new price tag under new Trump plan

The Trump administration is preparing to widen the scope of an existing fee on H-1B and L-1 visas, a move that could significantly increase costs for large employers that depend on foreign workers. Under a proposed rule, companies meeting certain workforce thresholds may have to pay the additional fee not only for new visa petitions and job transfers, but also when extending the stay of existing employees.