Summary
U.S. President Donald Trump plans to impose a $100,000 fee on applicants to the H-1B visa program, which brings skilled workers into the U.S. from other countries. This decision aims to address concerns about the program's impact on the American workforce and includes a review of minimum wage requirements for visa holders.
Key Facts
- President Trump intends to sign an order for a $100,000 fee on H-1B visa applications.
- The H-1B visa program is designed for skilled foreign workers in specific industries.
- Critics say the program harms American workers, while supporters believe it attracts global talent.
- The H-1B application cap is 85,000 per year.
- Current fees for H-1B visas are much lower than the proposed $100,000.
- There was a drop in H-1B applications for the 2026 fiscal year to about 359,000.
- Major tech companies like Amazon and Microsoft are big users of the H-1B program.
- The Trump administration is also reviewing the minimum wage for H-1B workers.
