Disputes Second court blocks Trump administration’s $100,000 H-1B fee With controversial fee hike already vacated nationwide, new California decision adds another blow to White House’s visa reform agenda iStock.com/trekandshoot Image Izzy Wood Senior Reporter Wednesday 07 October 2026 A federal judge in California has become the second to block the Trump administration’s $100,000 (£75,528) charge on certain H-1B petitions, finding that a lawful process was not Get AccessContinue reading Global Mobility LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Politics Trump’s new $103,000 H-1B fee plan sends shockwaves through US business Disputes US employers in limbo after First Circuit refuses to lift $100,000 H-1B fee ban Disputes US court strikes down Trump administration’s H-1B fee hike Politics Trump administration launches probe into alleged H-1B visa fraud