Skip the $100K H1-B Fee With US & Canadian Talent
Effective September 21, 2025, every new H1-B petition costs $100,000. Get US citizens, green card holders, and Canadian professionals instead - no visa fees. Interview candidates in 5 days, place in 2-4 weeks.
H1-B Fees vs US & Canadian Talent Costs
Compare the true cost of H1-B petitions (including delays) vs. hiring US citizens, green card holders, and Canadian professionals with fast placement.
H1-B fees are just the tip of the iceberg
The $100K petition fee is obvious, but what about 8–12 months of lost productivity while waiting for approvals? Our US & Canadian talent can interview in 5 days, start in 2-4 weeks.
H1-B Route vs. US & Canadian Talent Route
🔴 H1B Route Total Cost
🟢 US & Canadian Talent Route
📈 US & Canadian Talent Advantages
- ✅ Interview in 5 days, place in 2-4 weeks - 8 months faster
- ✅ US citizens, green card holders, and Canadian professionals
- ✅ Zero immigration risk or visa costs
- ✅ Pre-vetted North American talent pool
- ✅ Flexible hiring options (permanent or contract)
🧮 How We Calculate These Numbers
H1B Petition Fees: $100,000 per developer (new rule effective Sept 21, 2025)
Lost Productivity: Monthly cost of empty seat (salary + 30% overhead) × delay months
Opportunity Cost: Estimated revenue impact per developer based on project type:
- Internal tools: $50K/year impact per dev
- Feature development: $150K/year impact per dev
- New product launch: $300K/year impact per dev
- Critical deadline: $500K/year impact per dev
C2C Rates: Market rates: Junior ($65-75/hr), Mid ($75-85/hr), Senior ($85-95/hr), Lead ($95-110/hr)
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Why US & Canadian Talent Beats H1-B Hiring
Fast Placement
Interview candidates in 5 days, place talent in 2-4 weeks. No 8-12 month H1-B processing delays that kill project momentum.
Both Permanent & Contract Options
Hire US citizens and green card holders for permanent roles, or engage Canadian professionals for flexible contracts. Your choice.
Zero Visa Risk
All talent is US citizens, green card holders, or Canadian professionals with legal work authorization. No immigration lawyers needed.
Common Questions
How do C2C rates compare to full-time salaries?
C2C rates are typically $65-110/hr depending on skill level. This covers the contractor's business expenses, taxes, and benefits. Often more cost-effective than H1B + delay costs.
Can I convert C2C contractors to full-time later?
Yes, many of our contractors are open to full-time conversion after successful project completion. You can evaluate fit before making long-term commitments.
Do C2C contractors work on-site or remote?
Both options available. Many contractors prefer hybrid arrangements. We match you with contractors who fit your work style preferences.
Start Building Your Team This Week
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Information current as of September 21, 2025. This content is not legal or tax advice.