Who pays the anti-fraud fee for the L-1?

For the L-1, the anti-fraud fee is typically the responsibility of the employer (the petitioner). Since it is the company that files the petition on behalf of the employee, it is generally the company that covers this charge.

This fee serves a specific purpose: helping to prevent fraud and confirm the authenticity of the information submitted in the petition, reinforcing transparency throughout the process before immigration authorities.

• The paying party, as a rule, is the petitioning company, not the beneficiary.
• The objective is the integrity and verification of the petition.
• The rules governing each fee are part of the official guidance.

One important point: amounts and rules can change periodically. Before filing, confirm the current amounts and responsibilities directly with USCIS or with a qualified specialist to avoid relying on outdated information.

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