Trump Imposes $100,000 Fee on H-1B Visa Applications.
In a major shift in US immigration policy, President Donald Trump signed an executive order imposing a $100,000 application fee for H-1B visas. The administration says the move targets “abuse of the H-1B pathway” that has displaced American workers, restricting entry under the program unless the fee is paid.
The fee applies to all new H-1B petitions and supplemental applications. The policy could significantly affect sectors that rely on skilled foreign labor, including technology, healthcare, and engineering. Smaller companies and startups, in particular, may face challenges in hiring overseas talent.
The H-1B visa is a non-immigrant work visa allowing US companies to employ foreign professionals in specialized fields, typically for three years, renewable for another three. Supporters argue the program fuels innovation and economic growth, while critics say it has been misused to undercut domestic workers.
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