The $100,000 Work Visa: Who’s Affected and What’s Next

On Sept. 19, 2025, President Trump signed a Proclamation, Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers, requiring a $100,000 payment with any new H-1B petition filed on or after Sept. 21, 2025, including those for the 2026 lottery. While the restriction does not apply to petitions filed before that date, approved petitions, or valid visa holders, questions remain regarding its impact on extensions and transfers. Given the fluid and evolving nature of these changes, employers and visa holders should exercise caution, particularly with international travel, and consult your Polsinelli Immigration counsel or Polsinelli’s Executive Action Working Group with any questions.

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