Current H-1B holders exempt from new fee, White House says
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A new $100,000 fee for H-1B visas in the United States that goes into effect on Sunday 21 September, will be levied per petition and will not be applied to existing holders of valid visas re-entering the country, the White House said.
Breakdown
- The new $100,000 H-1B visa fee will only apply to new applicants, not current holders or renewals. 19s
- The policy marks a major change in the U.S. temporary employment visa system. 26s
- Tech industry groups and Indian IT body NASSCOM warn of potential disruptions and uncertainty. 7s
- Some U.S. tech firms have advised visa holders to act before the fee takes effect. 46s
- Critics argue the fee could suppress wages and reduce opportunities for American workers. 1m 21s