Christi Jackson quoted in Newsweek on H-1B visa changes

Thursday 25 September 2025

Christi Jackson (Partner and Head of US Immigration) has been quoted in Newsweek in an article discussing upcoming changes to the US H‑1B visa programme. The article, published today, discusses the introduction of a $100,000 fee for new H‑1B visa petitions and the challenges this creates for employers and prospective applicants.

Christi commented:

‘The introduction of such an unprecedented fee raises fundamental concerns about access, fairness, and the sustainability of the H-1B program, particularly for smaller employers. This situation underscores the fragility of the current system and highlights the broader volatility of U.S. immigration policy.’

You can read the full article here.

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