Estimating the total cost of an H‑1B sponsorship is straightforward with MyVisaAI: the platform instantly aggregates filing fees, attorney charges, the $500 Labor Condition Application (LCA) posting cost, and any additional government fees, delivering a single, clear dollar amount in seconds. This 45‑word answer gives you the exact figure you need before diving deeper.
MyVisaAI begins by confirming your eligibility for the H‑1B cap‑subject or cap‑exempt category, then pulls the current USCIS fee schedule—$1,710 for the I‑129 petition, $1,500 for premium processing (optional), and the $460 anti‑fraud fee. The platform also flags the $2,500 employer‑paid ACWIA training fee for organizations with more than 25 full‑time employees.
The platform automatically adds the mandatory $500 LCA posting cost, which covers the required notice posting and compliance documentation for the Department of Labor. MyVisaAI’s fee breakdown shows this as a distinct line item, ensuring you don’t overlook this often‑missed expense.
Legal fees vary, but MyVisaAI lets you input your attorney’s hourly rate or flat‑fee quote, instantly calculating the total legal expense. For example, a typical $2,500 flat‑fee for full‑service H‑1B support is added to the government fees, giving you a comprehensive total before any optional services.
Beyond fees, MyVisaAI estimates processing timelines based on regular versus premium processing, and provides a checklist of required documents—such as the LCA approval notice, employer support letters, and educational credentials—so you can align budgeting with your project schedule. For a deeper look at automated form assistance, see our guide on How to use MyVisaAI to auto-fill the Canada Work Permit application for a remote worker.
Finally, MyVisaAI offers a transparent fee summary that you can download as a PDF for internal approvals or client presentations. By consolidating all costs—including the LCA, filing, ACWIA, and legal fees—into a single, easy‑to‑read document, the platform removes guesswork and helps global employers budget H‑1B sponsorships with confidence.
