Trump Administration’s New Visa Fee Policy Draws Mixed Response from Tech Industry

Trump Administration’s New Visa Fee Policy Draws Mixed Response from Tech Industry

A recent policy change announced by the Trump administration has introduced a new $100,000 fee for companies seeking H-1B temporary employment visas for foreign workers. The announcement has prompted a range of reactions across the technology sector, with many companies and industry figures expressing concern about the potential impact on talent acquisition and business costs. […]

New $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee Won’t Affect Current Holders, White House Clarifies

New $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee Won’t Affect Current Holders, White House Clarifies

A new $100,000 charge for H-1B visa applications in the U.S., taking effect this Sunday, will be applied per new petition but will not impact individuals who already hold valid H-1B visas, the White House announced Saturday. “This is NOT an annual fee. It’s a one-time fee that applies only to the petition,” said White […]