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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has to implement a $103,265 fee for H-1B visa petitions. This move comes after a Federal court blocked the original fee that was announced in September 2025.

School districts nationwide are struggling to find qualified educators and the proposed fee will 鈥媏xacerbate this challenge for districts who rely on the H1-B program to recruit teachers. The H1-B visa program is an important pathway for many school districts, particularly in rural areas, to ensure that every student has a highly effective teacher. Last year, more than 500 school districts were utilizing the H1-B program to employ international teachers.  

The fee would not apply to visa petitions that are cap-exempt, so some districts may not be affected by this proposal (more information on cap-exempt employers ). In the proposal, DHS states that cap-subject H-1B petitioners are willing to pay and can afford an additional $103,265 fee. This rationale fails to recognize the significant financial challenges facing public school districts, and 萝卜AV视频will continue to advocate for an exemption for all K-12 educators.

The comment period will be open for 30 days.