USCIS has proposed hiking filing fees by a weighted average percentage of 40% for immigration petitions, applications, and benefit requests. A companion regulation from the State Department would also raise government fees for visa applications and consular services. It is vital that HR professionals and business executives understand the proposed fee increases, which could impact corporate immigration programs and talent acquisition priorities.

Learn about the USCIS fee increase timeline and structure, potential impact on immigration programs, budgeting and briefing strategies, the business community response, and next steps in the regulatory process from a panel of experts.

Amy Lighter | BAL Partner

Kelli Duehning | BAL Partner

Eileen Lohmann | BAL Senior Associate

Steven Plastrik | BAL Senior Associate