Mobility teams are closely monitoring several significant immigration trends that are expected to impact hiring and project timelines in Q2 2026. These trends include rising H-1B fees, consular processing delays, and proactive investigations by the Department of Labor (DOL).
Key Details:
- The H-1B visa fee has reached $100,000, influencing budget discussions rather than hiring decisions.
- Delays in consular processing, particularly in India, Nigeria, and parts of Latin America, are affecting return travel for sponsored employees, potentially stalling projects.
- The volume of 221(g) administrative processing has increased, leading to less predictable start dates for sponsored hires.
- The DOL’s Project Firewall allows for proactive H-1B investigations without a worker complaint, raising operational risks for companies.
- Policy shifts in the UK, UAE, and Germany are altering the landscape for hosting foreign talent, affecting global mobility strategies.
These developments underscore the importance of proactive planning for companies engaged in international hiring and mobility.
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Source: Assel Tuleubayeva