Summary
The United States introduced a $100,000 annual fee for H-1B visas, which allow companies to hire skilled foreign workers. India's leading trade body, Nasscom, expressed concerns over the sudden implementation and potential disruptions it may cause. The new policy is part of broader changes to the U.S. immigration system and aims to ensure highly skilled workers are sponsored.
Key Facts
- The U.S. imposed a $100,000 annual fee for each H-1B visa.
- Nasscom, India’s main trade group, is concerned about the sudden start of this policy.
- H-1B visas let companies hire skilled foreign workers like engineers and programmers.
- India was the top recipient of H-1B visas, with 71% of approvals last year.
- There might be legal challenges against the new fee.
- Some tech firms advised H-1B visa holders to stay in the U.S. following the fee announcement.
- The fee is part of a broader U.S. immigration crackdown by President Trump’s administration.
