Published: 18.09.2026
For certain H-1B workers outside the United States, entry remains restricted unless the employer makes a 100,000 payment, subject to specified exceptions. The extension runs from September 21, 2026, through September 21, 2027.
According to the source, an employer bringing certain H-1B specialists from abroad must document a 100,000 payment; without it, petition processing and entry are restricted. For people relocating through H-1B, this creates a substantially higher cost and an additional documentation step through September 2027. The measure primarily affects new workers seeking admission from outside the United States and their employers. Anyone planning an H-1B-based move during this period should pay close attention.