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A 9-11 fee now applies to H-1B and L-1 extensions too

Homeland Security rule: 9-11 Response and Biometric Entry-Exit Fee for H-1B and L-1 Visas (RIN 1651-AB48)

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  3. Revising

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In effect since Sep 9, 2026

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What it does

Employers that owe the 9-11 Response and Biometric Entry-Exit Fee, those with 50 or more workers and over half on H-1B or L-1, now pay it on extension petitions as well as new ones.

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Timeline

  1. Aug 10, 2026

    Final rule published

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