New $100K H1B Fee? Skip It With C2C Contractors
Effective September 21, 2025, every new H1B petition costs $100,000. Get verified US/Canada contractors instead - no visa fees, start in 5 days.
H1B Fees vs C2C Contractor Costs
Compare the true cost of H1B petitions (including delays) vs. hiring C2C contractors with immediate availability.
H1B 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? C2C contractors start immediately.
H1B Route vs. C2C Contractor Route
🔴 H1B Route Total Cost
🟢 C2C Contractor Route
📈 C2C Contractor Advantages
- ✅ Start immediately - 8 months faster
- ✅ Zero immigration risk or visa costs
- ✅ Scale team up or down based on project needs
- ✅ Pre-vetted US & Canada talent pool
- ✅ No long-term employment commitments
🧮 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)
Ready to Skip the $100K H1B Fees?
Get verified C2C contractors from our US/Canada talent pool. Start building your team this week.
Why C2C Contractors Beat H1B Hiring
Immediate Availability
Our C2C contractors can start within 5 days. No 8-12 month H1B processing delays that kill project momentum.
Flexible Scaling
Scale your team up for big projects, down for maintenance phases. No full-time employee commitments.
Zero Visa Risk
All contractors are US/Canada based with legal work authorization. No immigration lawyers or compliance headaches.
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
Skip the H1B fees and delays. Get experienced contractors from our verified talent pool.
Information current as of September 21, 2025. This content is not legal or tax advice.