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Lutnick confirmed “a significant number of changes” will be made to the H-1B process, including a potential overhaul of the current lottery system, before the policy takes effect in 2026.

Alongside the fee increase, the Department of Labour launched 'Project Firewall' to investigate visa misuse, ensure compliance, and prioritize employment for qualified American workers.

Amid the Trump administration hiking the fee for H-1B visa to $100,000, U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick stated that there will be “a significant number of changes” in the process before February 2026, the month when the changes will be implemented.

The one-time fee for H-1B work visas is aimed at ensuring that only “very highly skilled” professionals are admitted, while discouraging com

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