Saturday, September 20, 2025 -President Donald Trump has announced a new immigration policy requiring companies to pay a $100,000 annual fee for each H-1B visa. The fee marks a sharp increase from the current registration and processing costs, which are a fraction of that amount.
The administration says the move is designed to discourage companies from relying on foreign labor in lower-wage positions and to push firms to hire more American workers. Officials also highlighted new visa categories tied to large financial contributions as part of a broader immigration overhaul.
Critics argue that the steep fee will make it harder for U.S. companies, particularly in the tech sector, to recruit global talent and could harm competitiveness. Legal challenges and pushback from business groups are expected in the coming weeks.
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