Trump’s $100k H-1B visa fee clarified: Who really needs to pay, and who doesn’t?
President Trump’s proclamation raising the H-1B visa petition fee to $100,000 caused panic among Indian IT professionals and global firms. Confusion stemmed from fears it applied to renewals and re-entry. A White House clarification confirmed the charge is a one-time fee only for new applications. While current visa holders are unaffected, experts warn the hike could deter talent mobility and strain US-India tech ties.
President Trump’s proclamation raising the H-1B visa petition fee to $100,000 caused panic among Indian IT professionals and global firms. Confusion stemmed from fears it applied to renewals and re-entry. A White House clarification confirmed the charge is a one-time fee only for new applications. While current visa holders are unaffected, experts warn the hike could deter talent mobility and strain US-India tech ties.
