Is there an additional fee if the company has 50 employees and half are on H-1B/L-1?

Nowadays, understanding the nuances of different non-immigrant visas, such as the L-1, is essential for companies wishing to transfer executives, managers, or employees with specialized knowledge to the United States.

The American immigration environment can involve various types of fees and specific requirements, and it is always important to comply with the existing laws and regulations. In the case of the L-1 visa, the fees generally include the standard processing fee and, in some cases, a specific fraud prevention and detection fee – currently set at US$ 500 for new petitions.

Unlike some visas, such as the H-1B, the situation of having 50 or more employees, of which half are on H-1B or L-1 status, does not incur a specific additional fee for L-1 petitions. This rule of “50 employees with 50% on H-1B/L-1” is relevant in other contexts, such as the application of certain additional measures on H-1B petitions, but it does not apply in isolation to L-1 visa requests.

It is essential that companies and interested parties stay attentive to changes in United States immigration legislation. Interpretation of the rules may vary, and there are several details that can be decisive for each situation. Thus, if there are doubts regarding applicable fees and requirements – whether for L-1 visas or other categories – seeking updated information from official sources or consulting specialized professionals in the area can prevent surprises and risks of non-compliance with the law.

Staying well informed and exercising caution in selecting sources of information, avoiding marketing campaigns that promise guaranteed results, is a recommended practice for those facing immigration processes. In this way, you ensure that the measures taken are always in compliance with United States legislation and help to avoid potential legal problems in the future.

Victoria Harper

Editor-in-Chief

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Leading journalism and editorial content at Visto n’ Visa, Victoria helps make immigration topics clear, trustworthy, and easy to understand. Her focus is on delivering useful, human, and relevant content for people exploring new paths abroad.