On September 19, 2025, President Trump issued a proclamation restricting the entry of anyone seeking to enter or reenter the U.S. in H-1B status without payment of a new $100,000 fee. The proclamation, titled Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers is effective date is 12:01 a.m. EDT Sunday, September 21, 2025 , and is set to expire after one year.

While we wait for details regarding implementation, below are key points and considerations :

The proclamation is effective 12:01 a.m. EDT September 21, 2025. It expires in 12 months but may be extended.

The proclamation targets entry of H-1B workers into the U.S. who are currently outside the U.S. pursuant to INA 212(f).

The restriction on entry applies only to H-1B workers who attempt to enter the U.S. after the effectiv

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