On September 19, 2025, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced Project Firewall, a new enforcement initiative aimed at protecting America’s highly skilled workforce and strengthening oversight of the H-1B visa program.
This development follows the recent Presidential Proclamation requiring a $100,000 fee for new H-1B petitions. Together, these...
On September 19, 2025, President Trump signed a Presidential Proclamation requiring a $100,000 payment for certain H-1B petitions. On September 21, 2025, USCIS issued official guidance and an FAQ confirming how this new policy will be applied.
To help employers and visa holders, NPZ Law Group has prepared this...
With new hurdles and rising costs in the U.S. H-1B program, many skilled workers are searching for better opportunities. Canada is stepping up as a welcoming alternative with clear, merit-based immigration programs. Whether through the Global Talent Stream for tech professionals, Express Entry for permanent residency, or Provincial Nominee Programs, Canada provides...
On September 19, 2025, President Trump issued a Presidential Proclamation introducing a new $100,000 fee for certain H-1B petitions. NPZ Law Group previously shared the details of this Proclamation and its potential impact on employers and workers.
Since then, additional updates from professional associations suggest that the fee may apply...
On September 21, 2025, USCIS issued a policy memorandum clarifying the scope of the recent Presidential Proclamation requiring a $100,000 payment for certain H-1B petitions.
This blog serves as a living FAQ and will be updated as new clarifications emerge from DHS, the Department of State, or related litigation.
On September 19, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order creating the Gold Card visa program. This new initiative marks a significant shift in U.S. immigration policy by prioritizing foreign nationals who make substantial financial contributions to the United States.
What Is the Gold Card...September 20, 2025 – Ridgewood, NJ
The Nachman Phulwani Zimovcak (NPZ) Law Group, P.C., a leading U.S. and Canadian immigration law firm, is advising employers and foreign nationals following the Presidential Proclamation signed by President Donald J. Trump on September 19, 2025.
The Proclamation introduces a...
On September 19, 2025, President Donald J. Trump issued a Proclamation restricting the entry of certain H-1B nonimmigrant workers into the United States. This action follows growing concerns regarding systemic abuse of the H-1B visa program and its impact on U.S. workers, particularly in the IT and STEM sectors.
The Trump Administration has announced plans to impose a $100,000 fee on H-1B visa applications. This marks a significant departure from the current fee structure and could dramatically impact U.S. employers and highly skilled foreign workers.
Key Highlights
A $100,000 fee would be...In U.S. immigration law, the terms “unlawful presence” and “unlawful status” are often used interchangeably. However, they are not the same — and confusing the two can lead to serious mistakes with long-term consequences. Recent policy shifts by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) make this distinction more important than ever for students, workers,...
