Trump Slaps $100,000 Fee On H-1B Visas | Major Blow To Indian Tech Workers

Trump Slaps $100,000 Fee On H-1B Visas | Major Blow To Indian Tech Workers

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Business Today
  • Updated Sep 20, 2025 11:05 AM IST

In a move that has sent shockwaves through the global tech industry, U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a $100,000 fee on H-1B visas. The H-1B program has been the backbone of the Indian IT sector’s access to U.S. markets, employing thousands of skilled professionals every year. This steep fee could make it nearly impossible for many firms and workers to continue operating in the U.S., reshaping the future of outsourcing and global talent mobility.

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