Every year, thousands of professionals already living in the United States under different visa categories view the H-1B visa as an opportunity to continue building their careers in the country.

With the opening of the H-1B registration period, concerns have also resurfaced around misinformation suggesting that obtaining an H-1B visa may require paying a supposed $100,000 fee in order to receive a visa stamp.

It is important to clarify that this does not apply to individuals who are already legally present in the United States and maintaining valid immigration status.

If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf and it is approved through a change of status within the United States, you will generally be able to:

• Change from your current status to H-1B without leaving the country.
• Continue the process without facing the alleged $100,000 fee.
• Begin working under H-1B status on the approved start date.

For this reason, obtaining proper guidance before starting the process is essential.

The opening of the H-1B registration period represents an important opportunity for both international professionals and U.S. employers.

If you have questions about the H-1B process or your eligibility, our team can help evaluate your case.

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