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New H-1B fees and strict vetting protocols are changing the U.S. immigration landscape. In this episode, we break down the $500 H-1B fee increase for the 2026 lottery season and the new $2,805 premium processing fee you need to be aware of. We also investigate the newly released list of 39 “high-risk” countries and what the pause in processing means for nationals from these regions.

Are your past approvals safe? We discuss the retroactive review of benefits granted since January 20, 2021, and whether USCIS will recheck your green card or visa status under these new directives.

In this video, we cover:

H-1B Fee Hike: Breakdown of the new $500 fee and premium processing costs for March 2026.

The “High Risk” List: Which 39 countries are on the list and what the “national security threat” designation means for you.

Retroactive Vetting: Will USCIS revoke or re-adjudicate approvals from the last few years?

Processing Delays: How the pause on final adjudication affects current applicants.

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BREAKING 2026 UPDATE: The U.S. has announced an indefinite suspension of immigrant visa processing for 75 countries. In this video, we break down exactly what this means for your case, plus confirmed changes to the H-1B registration system and premium processing fees.

Key Updates Covered:

•⁠ ⁠The “75-Country” Suspension: Which regions are affected and why consular processing has stalled.

•⁠ ⁠H-1B Electronic Registration: Confirmed changes to the lottery system for 2026.

•⁠ ⁠Premium Processing: New timelines and fee structures you need to budget for.

•⁠ ⁠Economic Warning: Why experts predict a “brain drain” in STEM fields if policies don’t shift.

Whether you are a STEM professional, an international student, or an employer, this video provides the factual, human-centered guidance you need right now.

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