The US Chamber of Commerce on Saturday stated that it is concerned about President Donald Trump’s Executive Order to raise the fee that companies must pay to sponsor H-1B applicants to $100,000. The chamber affirmed that it is working with the administration to understand the full implications and determine the best path forward.
While raising its concern over the impact of new H1-B visa fee rule on employees, their families, and employers, the US Chamber of Commerce issued a statement. “We’re concerned about the impact on employees, their families, and employers. We’re working with the Administration and our members to understand the full implications and the best path forward,” the statement read.
The new proclamation signed by Trump, imposing a $100,000 annual fee on H-1B visas, takes effect on Sunday, September 21. With 71-72% of H-1B visas granted to Indian citizens, the move has sparked concerns about its impact on Indian tech professionals and remittances. However, the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) clarified that the USD 100,000 fee will only apply to new H-1B applicants and not to petitions submitted before September 21.
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$100,000 H-1B visa fee one-time payment, clarifies White House
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated that the USD 100,000 fee on the H-1B visa application is a one-time fee, clarifying the misconception that it is an annual fee. “To be clear: This is NOT an annual fee. It’s a one-time fee that applies only to the petition. This applies only to new visas, not renewals, and not current visa holders,” Leavitt stated in a post on X.
She further clarified that the fee will not be charged to H-1B visa holders who are currently outside the country. “Those who already hold H-1B visas and are currently outside of the country right now will NOT be charged $100,000 to re-enter. H-1B visa holders can leave and re-enter the country to the same extent as they normally would; whatever ability they have to do that is not impacted by yesterday’s proclamation,” she added.
Meanwhile, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) stated that the government is studying the full implications of Trump’s new order. “The Government has seen reports related to the proposed restrictions on the US H1B visa program. The full implications of the measure are being studied by all concerned, including by Indian industry, which has already put out an initial analysis clarifying some perceptions related to the H1B program,’ the statement read.
