Tuesday, 21 October, 2025
Indian AI Startups Face Hiring Challenges in the US Amid H-1B Visa Fee Hike
Indian AI startups are encountering difficulties in hiring tech talent in the United States due to recent changes in H-1B visa policies. The Trump administration's introduction of a $100,000 fee for new H-1B applications has created uncertainty, making visa holders hesitant to transition from established tech firms to smaller startups. This has led startups to increasingly target U.S. citizens, green card holders, and F-1 visa holders for technical roles.
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