Saturday, 20 September, 2025
Trump Imposes $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee, Impacting IT Firms and Skilled Workers
President Trump has enacted a $100,000 annual fee on H-1B visa applications, effective September 21, 2025. Aimed at curbing perceived abuses and protecting U.S. jobs, the policy targets IT firms that heavily rely on foreign talent. Industry leaders like Amazon and Microsoft are advising H-1B holders to remain in the U.S. to avoid potential reentry issues. Nasscom warns of significant disruptions to India's IT sector.
Read full story at Economic Times