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What will be the effects of the new H-1B visa fee?

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The new $100,000 H-1B visa fee applies only to new applicants, not current holders or renewals. It is expected to raise costs for U.S. tech firms, potentially push more jobs offshore, and may benefit countries like India by boosting their global capability centers. The fee could also drive up wages for U.S. tech workers and reduce the flow of foreign talent.

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Indian firms could take advantage of Trump’s H-1B fee, says analyst

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  • A new $100,000 annual fee for H-1B visas in the US could benefit Indian firms. 6s
  • The fee may encourage US companies to expand global capability centers in India. 22s
  • Analysts say the impact on US tech firms may be moderate as the fee applies only to new applications. 58s
  • US tech giants like Amazon and Microsoft are major H-1B sponsors and may face higher costs. 1m 17s
  • Indian IT stocks declined, reflecting uncertainty over increased costs and slower growth. 2m 12s
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Indian firms could take advantage of Trump’s H-1B fee, says analyst
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Reuters
5 hours ago
Indian firms could take advantage of Trump’s H-1B fee, says analyst

The fee may boost global capability centers in India as U.S. firms shift work offshore due to higher costs.

Trump administration to add $100,000 fee for H-1B visas
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CBS America
6 hours ago
Trump administration to add $100,000 fee for H-1B visas

There was confusion about who was affected, but the Department of Homeland Security clarified it applies only to future applicants.

Trump's hefty H-1B visa fees could end up benefitting India: JPMorgan
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CNBC
16 hours ago
Trump's hefty H-1B visa fees could end up benefitting India: JPMorgan

Restrictions on H-1B visas induce firms to offshore more work, with India likely to benefit from increased service exports.

Can China benefit from foreign talent as US H-1B changes cause chaos?
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CNBC
16 hours ago
Can China benefit from foreign talent as US H-1B changes cause chaos?

The fee hike will likely impact decisions to work in the U.S., especially for Chinese professionals.

Trump’s price on H-1B visa sparks confusion
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CBC News
22 hours ago
Trump’s price on H-1B visa sparks confusion

Companies scrambled to warn workers to return to the U.S.; the fee is a one-time charge for new visas only.

Current H-1B holders exempt from new fee, White House says
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Reuters
2 days ago
Current H-1B holders exempt from new fee, White House says

NASSCOM warns the fee could disrupt global operations and create uncertainty for businesses and professionals.

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