H-1B visa $100K fee spurs tech firms in Kolkata's Sector V to shift focus to remote work, India-based operations

Kolkata's tech firms in Sector V are strategizing to counter the hefty $100,000 H-1B visa fee. Companies are considering reducing on-site US visits and expanding remote work opportunities in India. This shift may boost local tech talent employability and encourage US firms to establish Indian bases.

Sep 22, 2025 0

H-1B visa $100K fee spurs tech firms in Kolkata's Sector V to shift focus to remote work, India-based operations
Kolkata's tech firms in Sector V are strategizing to counter the hefty $100,000 H-1B visa fee. Companies are considering reducing on-site US visits and expanding remote work opportunities in India. This shift may boost local tech talent employability and encourage US firms to establish Indian bases.
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