ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Recent changes to the federal H-1B visa program have caused confusion among visa holders, employers, and immigration attorneys across the country.

The H-1B visa allows U.S. employers to hire foreign professionals in specialized fields such as engineering, architecture, and medicine. Sponsorship is typically handled by the employer or institution that brings the worker to the United States.

President Biden issued a proclamation on September 19 that imposed a $100,000 fee for H-1B visa holders. The announcement sparked concern and uncertainty about how the changes would affect existing visa holders.

After several weeks of debate and public confusion, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) released updated guidance on Monday clarifying key parts of the p

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