Trump Orders $100,000 Fee on H-1B Visa Applications.
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order introducing a $100,000 application fee for H-1B visas. The administration says the move aims to prevent “abuse of the H-1B pathway” that has displaced American workers, requiring the new fee for all new and supplemental petitions.
The change could have major implications for industries that rely heavily on skilled foreign labor, including technology, healthcare, and engineering, particularly impacting startups and smaller companies.
H-1B visas allow US employers to hire foreign professionals in specialized fields for up to six years. Supporters say the program drives innovation and economic growth, while the Trump administration contends it has been misused to undercut domestic workers.
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